A study comparing five well-known remineralization paste products found noteworthy differences in calcium release, pH, and dentin tubule occlusion, according to researchers from Dentsply. In addition, ...

Fluoride has been the standard ingredient in anti-cavity toothpaste — and it’s probably a part of your current oral care routine — but modern oral care brands are bringing attention to a ...

As you eat and drink and live your life, your teeth are constantly undergoing demineralization and remineralization. Demineralization is the process by which your teeth lose minerals. The bacteria in ...

It’s the modern-day, return-to-roots paradox: decisions become more complicated the more we veer toward what’s “natural.” This is especially true when it comes to how we take care of our teeth and ...

Editor's Note: A few years ago there were no calcium phosphate products to be had and now they seem to be everywhere and in every form. It's confusing, and our October report sorting out these ...

Dental hypersensitivity is a major, common dental condition that occurs in approximately 57% of adults. Among individuals with periodontal disease, the prevalence can reach as much as 98% [1]. The ...

Tooth remineralization is a reparative process, which occurs naturally and daily inside the mouth. This process repairs the lost enamel (outermost part of the tooth) and helps in preventing cavities.

A better understanding of the oral environment and cariology has resulted in extensive changes in caries management towards a more conservative approach. The development of a caries lesion is now ...

Brushing with fluoride toothpaste, cutting out sugar, and making sure you’re getting enough calcium and vitamins in your diet are just some ways to reduce mineral loss in your tooth enamel. Minerals ...

Hydroxyapatite (HAP) toothpaste is a dental product that contains manufactured calcium phosphate. Calcium and phosphate are minerals that form 95% of tooth enamel and 70% of bones. NASA developed HAP ...