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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

No one likes to go to the dentist, and dogs are no exception. But like humans, pets also need routine dental care. Imagine ...

Tartar build-up in dogs is a common dental issue owners and vets frequently encounter. If it's not properly addressed, this condition can lead to serious dental problems. Tartar, also known as ...