9.7mn-yo ape teeth puzzle scientists, challenge timeline of human species

Published time: 20 Oct, 2017 21:19 Ancient ape teeth dating back more than 9 million years and discovered in Germany last year are raising questions about the timeline of human evolution. The two teeth, discovered in sediment of the Proto-Rhine River, are of an ape species whose remains have never before been observed in Europe. […]

Matthew Goode Sinks His Teeth Into Vampire Drama A Discovery of Witches

Given his track record of sweeping the ladies off their feet (by way of The Good Wife and Downton Abbey), it was only a matter of time before Matthew Goode sprouted a pair of fangs. Goode will star opposite Teresa Palmer — who has her own history of romancing the undead, thanks to 2013’s Warm […]

ACLU no longer supports hate groups ‘armed to the teeth’ with guns during rallies

Published time: 19 Aug, 2017 04:15 The American Civil Liberties Union won’t back hate groups who carry loaded firearms, the organization says. The ACLU came under fire after it filed a lawsuit in defense of Unite the Right organizers ahead of their fatal rally. A statement released Thursday by three ACLU California affiliates said they […]

A dentist shares 5 at-home teeth whitening products actually worth buying

The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase. Teeth whitening is one way that we maintain ourselves publicly in the 21st century. It’s no longer categorized with the more supplementary actions of highlights and/or spray tans, […]

Teeth grinding at night? Nine things YOU should know about bruxism

Bruxism is the medical term for the condition, characterised by grinding of the teeth and clenching of the jaw. On average it affects between 8 to 10 per cent of the UK population and often symptoms manifest themselves in the form of an aching jaw, facial pain or increased teeth sensitivity. Compared with five years ago, London’s […]

Fight tooth decay: THIS unexpected natural substance could protect YOUR teeth

Experts at the University of Illinois’ Chicago College of Dentistry, USA, found that grape seed extract can help to strengthen the tissue behind a tooth’s enamel. The scientist claims that the breakthrough could prevent patients from needing fillings, and also boost the strength of the fillings themselves. Dr Rob Wain, UK dentist, said the study […]