Fluoride in toothpaste has been shown to strengthen tooth enamel, making our chompers more resistant to acids from plaque and bacteria that cause tooth decay. Researchers from King’s College London ...

People generally try to keep hair out of their mouths, but it turns out hair may be good for teeth. Keratin is a protein found in hair and wool. When applied to teeth, it mixes with the minerals in ...

A new study has revealed that toothpaste made from human hair may have the potential to repair tooth enamel and halt early signs of decay. Researchers at King’s College London discovered that keratin ...

Toothpaste made from your own hair could help repair and protect damaged teeth, researchers say. Scientists from King's College London found that keratin - a protein found in hair, skin and wool - can ...

Adding enzymes from seaweed microbes to toothpaste and mouthwash could provide better protection against tooth decay, a team of UK scientists have said. Researchers at Newcastle University had been ...

Dentists are warning health-conscious people to avoid homemade and fluoride-free toothpaste if they want to avoid issues with their teeth. The warning comes amid a rise in demand for herbal toothpaste ...

Researchers from King's College London report that keratin can protect against tooth decay and repair early-stage enamel damage better than fluoride. Researchers from King’s College London say they ...

Scientists in the UK have found keratin, a protein in hair, can rebuild enamel and repair early tooth decay. The discovery could lead to keratin-based toothpaste or dental gels within two to three ...