Routine dental visits typically involve check-ups, cavity fillings, crowns, and various other essential services provided by ...

Developing foetuses are the most vulnerable, as mercury readily crosses the placental barrier, with research indicating that babies born to mothers with amalgam fillings may have twice the mercury ...

The first is a resin-based composite filling that blends naturally with the tooth’s appearance. The second, and more traditional choice, is the silver-coloured mercury-based dental amalgam ...

Scientists in the U.K. have developed a new material that may allow them to grow teeth in the lab, which could provide an alternative to fillings and dental implants someday.

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These bioengineered teeth could one day replace fillings and implants, offering a more natural and durable alternative to today’s dental fixes. Fillings are not an ideal solution for repairing ...

Chimney Hollow Reservoir, Colorado's fourth-largest dam, will begin filling in early July and reach half capacity by late 2025 or early 2026. The 350-foot-tall dam is expected to be completed by ...