There's growing evidence that the number of missing teeth a person has is an indicator of their risk of dying earlier than expected, and new research suggests the condition of their remaining teeth ...

Having a greater number of missing or decayed teeth has been linked to a shorter life expectancy in a new study.

COUNTING teeth is something you might have done as a child when your adult ones were growing in. But scientists say the amount – and general state – of your gnashers could help predict ...

A surprising new wave of research has uncovered a direct link between dental health and longevity. What’s inside your mouth ...

Oral frailty can shorten your life expectancy, so those dreaded visits, drills and all, really are for your own good.

Thousands of young children have had decayed teeth removed in England's hospitals over the last four years. Analysis by the Press Association shows a steady climb in the numbers of children aged 10 ...