Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of growing older. Around 11% of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have lost all of their teeth, according to 2020 data from the U.S. Centers for ...

MINNEAPOLIS — Joel Eriksson Ek’s head snapped back, his left glove immediately feeling for his mouth as he dropped to his knees. When he finally got up, with a smattering of blood in his wake, the ...

In older adults, tooth loss may be linked to serious health risks. A team of Chinese researchers analyzed data from 8,073 older participants and found that people who lost their teeth more quickly had ...

Losing several teeth changes more than just how well someone can chew a steak. A study from Japan suggests something more concerning happens. After their teeth were removed, studied animals started ...

Missing front teeth might be one of the most cliched signs of being a hockey player, but contrary to popular belief, NHL goalies are not excluded from this club. Their fancily adorned full face masks ...

Many people believe that tooth loss is solely a result of aging, but it's becoming increasingly common among young adults as well. One study found that 30.6% of young adults had one or more lost teeth ...

People in neighborhoods with higher gun violence are less likely to go to the dentist They are also more likely to lose teeth TUESDAY, April 15, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Gun violence is bad for dental ...

So, I’d rather just lose a tooth than not be able to talk out there.” Throughout his 600-plus games with the North Stars, Nanne kept all his teeth, which he credited to the mouthpiece he and former ...