According to the ADA, an oral piercing also increases the risk of damaged teeth, gums or fillings; hypersensitivity to metals; nerve damage; excessive drooling; and dental appointment difficulties.

The specific risks the ADA flags go beyond infection. According to the ADA, an oral piercing also increases the risk of damaged teeth, gums or fillings, hypersensitivity to metals, nerve damage, ...

No injuries have been reported, but the FDA warns that ingesting metal fragments can cause dental damage, mouth or throat ...

It may be hard, however, to top the image of Jack Hughes, with a bloody mouth and damaged teeth, smiling with the American ...

Some patients report dry mouth while taking Ozempic. Saliva plays a crucial role in protecting teeth by neutralising acids and washing away food particles. When saliva production drops, bacteria can ...

Avoid sun and heat. Plastics can degrade faster when exposed to ultraviolet light and high temperatures, Dr. Mohanty said. So ...

Is It Cheaper to Fix a Cavity or Get a Crown? Dentists Explain Why Early Treatment Lowers Long-Term Costs Alexandria, ...

Jack Hughes lost some teeth leading USA Hockey to the gold medal against Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. But, what ...

Team USA star Jack Hughes' dentist has weighed in on what will come next following his rough tooth injury during the Olympics.

Researchers have developed advanced mathematical models and hybrid machine learning tools that accurately predict how ...

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has shared pictures of the aftermath of his horror clash with Edorardo Corvi during Milan’s 1-0 loss ...

The U.S. men's and women's hockey teams won Olympic gold medals in overtime. Celebrate Team USA's amazing double with our commemorative page prints.