When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Tartar build-up in dogs is a common dental issue owners and vets frequently ...

Researchers headed by teams at the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, and at Harvard University, have ...

Tartar (also called calculus), is plaque which has hardened on the teeth. It may form at and below the gumline. Tartar can irritate the gum tissues and it provides plaque a larger surface area to grow ...

Plaque can build up on teeth over time, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Not only is plaque a nuisance, but it’s also dangerous – tartar can actually lead to tooth loss! Thankfully, there are ...

Teeth can act as detailed biological records, preserving evidence of health, diet, and stress experienced throughout a person’s life. Teeth can reveal far more than age or appearance. In a recent ...

Arm & Hammer Dental Treats for Dogs at Kohl's are designed to support everyday dental hygiene without adding stress to your routine. The treats feature raised "nubbies" that gently scrub teeth as dogs ...

July 18 (UPI) --Archaeologists have developed a new technique for analyzing tooth tartar. The latest research into ancient tooth tartar suggests the mineralized residue can offer insights into the ...

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Remnants of a rare pigment found in dental tartar of a woman buried around 1,000 years ago at a medieval monastery indicate that she may have been an elite scribe or book painter. These pigment flecks ...