Charcoal-based toothpastes, which claim to whiten teeth, are a "marketing gimmick" which could increase the risk of tooth decay and staining, says a review in the British Dental Journal.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Ivanhoe Newswire) - A study was launched recently to determine if mimetic or synthetic hydroxyapatite would remineralize tooth enamel in patients suffering specifically from ...

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Ivanhoe Newswire) - A new Texas study will determine whether or not an artificial mineral called mimetic hydroxyapatite can restore tooth enamel better than fluoride.