Scientists at Tulane University in New Orleans have discovered that an extract of cocoa powder could be an effective natural alternative to fluoride in toothpaste. Their research showed the cocoa was actually more effective than fluoride in fighting cavities and hardening tooth enamel. It may take four years before its ready for public use, but [...]

The past decade has seen the popularity of sorts drinks soar yet concerns are now being raised about the effects of these drinks on people’s teeth. Researchers found that some sports drinks are so acidic that they can damage teeth after just a few mouthfuls. The brands that were found to damage teeth included Powerade, [...]