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The researchers searched through millions of tiny sections in the human genome to find any links to tooth decay and gum ...

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Not everyone has wisdom teeth. Third molars usually appear in early adulthood, and grow in at the very back of the mouth.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced in a Thursday press release that he has a new investigative target: Toothpaste.

3. Muscle and joint pain: High sugar levels cause inflammation, resulting in aches and stiffness. 4. Tooth decay: Sugar feeds mouth bacteria, producing acids that lead to cavities and tooth decay.