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(HealthDay News) - A toothache can be caused by different factors, including an infection or nerve injury. Once a toothache develops, it's important to see your dentist.

Tooth loss and mouth illnesses may boost the risk of dementia later in life, U.S. research shows.

(HealthDay News) - Halitosis is the term for persistent bad breath.

A visit to the dentist could one day involve no pain and no numbness, Harvard researchers report.

HealthDay - MONDAY, Oct. 1 (HealthDay News) -- Breast-feeding will not ratchet up the risk of toddler tooth decay, new research claims.

Breast-feeding will not ratchet up the risk of toddler tooth decay, new research claims.

A pacifier can help keep your baby calm and happy between feedings. While pacifiers are generally safe, it's important to follow a few rules to prevent accidents.

Babies whose teeth are growing in tend to become fussy and irritable.

There are a plenty of ways to whiten your teeth, using at-home kits or having them professionally brightened.

Reuters - Older people who have lost their teeth are at more than three-fold greater risk of memory problems and dementia, UK researchers report.

The phrase "no pain, no gain" may someday not apply to the dentist's office, according to a team developing a drill-free cavity treatment.

About one in three people who suffer whiplash is at risk of developing delayed jaw pain/dysfunction that may require treatment, a Swedish study finds.

About one in three people who suffer whiplash is at risk of developing delayed jaw pain/dysfunction that may require treatment, a Swedish study finds.

While chewing gum may help you feel better when you're stressed, don't overdo it, advises the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas.

While chewing gum may help you feel better when you're stressed, don't overdo it, advises the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas.

Dentures must be properly fitted and cared for to prevent dental problems, discomfort and the need for repair.

Dentures must be properly fitted and cared for to prevent dental problems, discomfort and the need for repair.

It may seem contradictory, but the cell damage caused by brushing your teeth may help keep your gums healthy, U.S. researchers say.

It may seem contradictory, but the cell damage caused by brushing your teeth may help keep your gums healthy, U.S. researchers say.

Swollen gums are a symptom of problems ranging from poor hygiene to a serious health problem such as lack of vitamin C (scurvy). If you discover that you have swollen gums, speak to your doctor or dentist about determining a cause.