For prehistoric scholars, Spinosaurus has been a very elusive dinosaur. Its fossils are rare, and those that are found (Spinosaurus skull bones, tail vertebrae, limb bones) tend to be fragmented or ...

They lived about 30 million years apart and never set foot on the same continent. Yet Giganotosaurus carolinii is always ...

Humans have a long history of misinterpreting ancient fossils. Here are 10 creatures from the dinosaur age that looked way ...

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that attack the enamel, or protective outer layer of the tooth. If left untreated, tooth decay could lead to gum disease, cavities, and ...

As the Strategist’s personal-hygiene writer, I find brushing my teeth is much more enjoyable with an electric toothbrush. Plus, it’s nice knowing I’m always getting a thorough brush thanks ...

Dinosaurs Weren’t Just Land Lovers! Paleontologists Discover New Paddle-Like Tail Fossil of a Swimming Theropod Despite what ...

During tooth extraction recovery, people must maintain the blood clot that forms in the tooth socket. Aftercare may involve rest, cold compresses, and over-the-counter (OTC) pain relief medication.

Teeth-whitening treatments are relatively new to my own routine, and I’ve noticed that with consistent use, they help me keep that just-left-the-dentist-clean look (especially a month or two ...

This ancient predator, resembling a dog with saber-like teeth, offers a new glimpse into the distant origins of mammal evolution. This figure from the paper shows the fossil bones that were found in ...

In the original study, Dr. David Whiteside, Dr. Sofia Chambi-Trowell, and Professor Mike Benton named the little critter Cryptovaranoides microlanius, meaning ‘hidden lizard, small butcher’ because of ...