Author: Julian Thorne, DDS, MPH

Ever wondered about the little hinges that connect your lower jaw to your skull? These are your temporomandibular joints, or TMJs for short.

Imagine never having to worry about a chipped tooth, or the dentist’s drill. For us humans, with our two sets of teeth designed to last (with a bit of

Ever bitten into a crisp apple, savored a handful of crunchy almonds, or tackled a hearty steak? The satisfying crunch and subsequent breakdown of food

The journey of holding a crown or bridge firmly in place within a patient’s mouth is a fascinating tale of material science innovation.

The mere mention of a “root canal” can send shivers down the spine of even the bravest individuals. It is a dental procedure that has, over

Many of us grew up with the idea that to get something really clean, you need a bit of elbow grease. Scrubbing a dirty pan? The harder you go, the quicker it shines.

Often taken for granted, the simple act of chewing food is a remarkably sophisticated process, orchestrated by a complex interplay of muscles, joints

Ever paused to consider the sheer variety of tongues in the animal kingdom? It’s a subject that often gets licked, so to speak, in favor of more

A glance into the mouth of a human versus that of our canine companions reveals a fascinating story of evolution, diet, and lifestyle, all etched into

Ever paused to think about the intricate construction of the world around us? Not just the grand, sweeping vistas, but the smaller, often overlooked details.