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Toothache suddenly gone? It is not necessarily good news

Sudden disappearance of tooth pain, bleeding gums, bad breath, a loose tooth, and a sore that will not heal could be warning signs that require an examination before the problem becomes complicated.

Toothache suddenly gone? It is not necessarily good news.
The new method for treating tooth decay is effective for children who are afraid of invasive dental treatment.

Simple treatment that eliminates tooth decay in young children

Views from five different angles of a molar of an adult Neanderthal individual, discovered at Chagyrskaya Cave in the Siberia region of Russia and dating to about 59,000 years ago, seen in this undated image released on May 13, 2026.

Neanderthal tooth from Siberian cave shows signs of earliest-known invasive dental surgery - study

 Neanderthal life. Illustration.

Extremely painful: Evidence suggests Neanderthals performed root canals 59,000 years ago


A dentist explains: This is the critical mistake everyone makes in their morning brushing

Do you brush your teeth after coffee? Scrub hard and rinse your mouth with water after brushing? An oral rehabilitation specialist explains where your mistakes are and how to do it correctly.

An oral rehabilitation specialist explains mouth with water after brushing? An oral rehabilitation specialist explains where your mistakes are and how to do it correctly

Dentist accused of importing cocaine faces extended detention in Haifa

Police say new developments support further questioning; defense argues the seized powder is not pure cocaine.

A line of cocaine is seen being snorted through a rolled up dollar.

Researchers discovered: These vegetables help prevent cavities

Researchers have discovered a natural molecule from cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cabbage, which is capable of breaking down up to 90% of the bacteria that cause tooth decay.

Broccoli and cabbage to prevent cavities

Research found: Why are our teeth more crooked than those of our ancestors?

Studies on ancient skulls reveal how the transition to agriculture and processed food changed the structure of the human jaw and led to the rise of crooked teeth.

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London dentist claims hidden triangle unlocks da Vinci's Vitruvian Man code

A study says a triangle between the Vitruvian Man’s feet reveals a 1.64 ratio, also found in Bonwill’s jaw model and natural crystal structures. Published in the Journal of Mathematics and the Arts.

 London dentist claims hidden triangle unlocks da Vinci's Vitruvian Man code.

Without you noticing: This is the extreme way your body reacts to war

The inner stress may not be visible, but it manifests through a variety of physical symptoms that can be severe. Teeth grinding is one of them.

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MaccabiDent launches a new service for appointment switching with a click between patients

MaccabiDent is launching a new service called SWITCH IT, which will allow patients to switch appointments between themselves through the app, without the need to contact a call center.

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The baby has grown first teeth? Here's how to take care of them properly

At what age should teeth be brushed, how to choose a suitable toothbrush, and what about fluoride in early childhood? A pediatric dental specialist with all the answers.

 Get them used to brushing their teeth twice a day from a young age

Israel’s healthcare workforce lags behind OECD averages despite growth in doctors and nurses

Despite an increase in medical professionals, Israel’s healthcare workforce remains below the OECD average, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Doctor holds a stethoscope in front of a hospital background (illustrative)

Advanced dentistry from Tel Aviv to Netivot: At Smart Dental, all experts are under one roof

Avigail Hayon dreamed of establishing an advanced dental clinic in her hometown of Netivot. This is how she founded Smart Dental.

 Avigail Hayon