Teeth

Teething is the process by which an infant's first teeth (the deciduous teeth, often called "baby teeth" or "milk teeth") appear by emerging through the gums, typically arriving in pairs.

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Fun Facts about Teeth across the Animal Kingdom

Human DNA Found in Lions' Teeth Confirms a Tragic Legend of History

Genomic study identifies human, animal hair in ‘man-eater’ lions’ teeth - EurekAlert

Genomic study identifies human, animal hair in 'man-eater' lions' teeth

These 19th century lions from Kenya ate humans, DNA collected from hairs in their teeth shows - EurekAlert

Genomic study identifies human, animal hair in ‘man-eater’ lions’ teeth - EurekAlert

The history recorded in your teeth - EurekAlert

Don’t judge a fossil by its teeth: despite its toothy beak, this ancient bird ate fruit, not fish - EurekAlert

Protect your teeth with fruit: antimicrobial effects found in biomass compounds

Protect your teeth with fruit: antimicrobial effects found in biomass compounds - EurekAlert

Discover How Ancient Europeans Survived the Ice Age With Just Their Teeth

An engrossing history of teeth shows their complex role in evolution

Komodo Dragons Have Iron-Coated Teeth, Study Finds. New research provides the first evidence of the adaptation in a carnivorous reptile, and it might hold clues to understanding the teeth of dinosaurs.

Komodo dragons have teeth capped with a layer of iron

Bizarre egg-laying mammals once ruled Australia—then lost their teeth

This Start-Up Wants You to Put Custom Bacteria on Your Teeth

Sea otters use tools to open hard-shelled prey, saving their teeth, research reveals

Scientists develop a groundbreaking new drug that makes your teeth regrow

NSF awards $630000 to study teeth of non-human primates - EurekAlert