Many people believe that tooth loss is solely a result of aging, but it's becoming increasingly common among young adults as well. One study found that 30.6% of young adults had one or more lost teeth ...

Tooth loss may be linked to higher rates of depression, suggesting that oral health can affect mental well-being through physical effects, as well as cognitive factors. This study was recently ...

Approximately 1 in 10 adults worldwide has one or more missing teeth, which can be due to dental decay, gum disease, trauma, ...

When we think of losing teeth, it’s often associated with aging or an unfortunate accident. However, losing even five permanent teeth can have a dramatic and sometimes unexpected impact on your ...

Facial appearance: As the bone shrinks in the jaw, it can change the look of the lower face, causing the lips and cheeks to sag. Your face can look sunken or aged. Issues with dental implants: If bone ...

Tooth loss may disrupt the oral-gut microbiota balance by shifting bacterial proportions, potentially impacting intestinal and overall health. This animal study was published earlier this month in BMC ...

Gum disease and tooth loss are linked to shrinkage of the hippocampus, an area of the brain crucial for memory. The corresponding study was published in Neurology. Previous studies suggest that tooth ...

Researchers found a significant association between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and increased tooth loss in postmenopausal women, particularly those aged 66-79 years. The study analyzed data from ...

How many teeth one loses with age might reveal more about one’s health than previously thought. A new study from China shows something surprising: Those who lose teeth more quickly in older age have a ...

Having a greater number of missing or decayed teeth has been linked to a shorter life expectancy in a new study.

Impacted teeth pose significant risks to oral health, ranging from cyst formation to arch crowding. Early detection remains ...