Nine years of blindness almost drove Sharron “Kay” Thornton to suicide. In the end, it was one of her teeth and a procedure surgeons said was never before done in the United States that restored her sight.

Can’t find your keys ... again? Whether your momentary memory loss is linked to doing too many things at once or just a bad case of menopausal brain fog, you don’t have to put up with it. Experts say you can instantly boost your chances of remembering with simple lifestyle changes.

Some childhood milestones—like braces and broken bones—are a lot less fun than others. Here are some tips to help you get through some of the most common rites of passage.

A South Carolina woman has won a $2 million jury verdict against a dental clinic that mistakenly pulled 13 teeth.

Even when the teeth appear to be straight, the bite, and subsequent forces on the teeth, can be uneven. Patients may have difficulty cleaning the teeth thoroughly. Malocclusion can also cause problems with speaking and chewing, excessive tooth wear, tooth sensitivity and tooth loss.

A Wal-Mart employee learns a lesson about taking a bite out crime.

Redheads may or may not have fiery tempers, but studies have shown that they are more sensitive to pain—and are harder to anesthesize—than the average blonde or brunette.

For years, dentists have warned patients about the decaying effects of cola and sugary, fizzy drinks on their teeth. Research shows that other drinks thought to be better—fruit juices, teas and energy drinks—can also have harmful effects on teeth, turning the pearly whites to shrinking, spotted yellows marred with pockmarks.

Don’t like the way your teeth look? How about “snapping on” a new smile literally and instantly?!

If you’re looking to curb your appetite and improve your memory, you’re probably exercising, eating healthier foods and trying to get some sleep.  Those things are all good, but maybe you should try chomping on a stick of sugar-free gum.