It’s Oldest Evidence of Habitual Drug Use—and the Damage
An ancient toothache may have given researchers their earliest look yet at habitual drug use among humans.…
Explainer | Why China Gelao ethnic group required women to have 1 to 2 upper teeth removed before wedding
In China’s Gelao ethnic group, an old custom required brides to have one or two upper teeth removed…
Australians with oral cancer forced to drain super or remortgage homes to pay for dental prosthetics because of funding gap
Australians with oral cancer are having to pay as much as $50,000 out-of-pocket to replace their teeth or…
Veneers gone wrong: Influencer warns of botched $17k dental procedure
“Every time I went back, they told me it was no big deal – and then they eventually…
Unlicensed West Auckland dentist Narayan Prasad treated 500 patients
Prasad was sentenced on Ministry of Health charges linked to him operating as an unlicensed dentist in March,…
Jett Lawrence took car on Te Mata Peak and used it to commit Clive ram raid
Lawrence approached the man with a tyre iron, took his cell phone and keys, and dragged him out…
Health NZ criticised after teen’s chance to save teeth risked by hospital delay
The Health and Disability Commissioner found in a report released today that the long-term prognosis for the young…
Toothpaste Made From Hair Works Better Than Fluoride, Scientists Say
Looking for an effective, sustainable toothpaste? It might be on top of your head. Scientists have discovered that…
Federal government will face pressure to add dental to Medicare, amid ‘overwhelming’ wait times
Queensland pensioner Don Batty has always looked after his teeth, but age has taken its toll. These days,…