Using nanoscale technology, researchers have, for the first time, produced detailed 3-D maps of the composition and structure of mature human tooth enamel. The maps show the position of atoms critical ...

The human body is remarkable in its ability to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. Whether it's a cut on the skin or a ...

Using an atomic-scale imaging tool on a sea creature's tooth, two Northwestern University researchers have peeled away some of the mystery of organic and inorganic interfaces in tooth and bone ...

Post and core is a dental restoration treatment that’s sometimes performed after a root canal. When a significant portion of a tooth’s structure is removed, a post and core can help keep a dental ...