Anatomy

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Researchers have discovered a new never-before-seen cell in the human lungs, which plays a vital role in the functioning of the respiratory system.

New part of the body found hiding in the lungs

By Harry Baker published

The newfound cells help to maintain a healthy respiratory system.

Anatomy
A diagram of tonsil stones

What are Tonsil Stones? Causes, symptoms and treatments

By Alina Bradford published

Reference Tonsil stones are accumulations of bacteria and debris in the crypts of some people's tonsils. This problem is not dangerous and is usually easily treatable.

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How Many Teeth Do Humans Have? image shows smile

How many teeth do humans have?

By Chloe Page published

Reference Just how many teeth do humans have? We take a bite out of the science to help you digest the facts.

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Which teeth come in first? Image shows baby sucking on teething ring

Which teeth come in first?

By India Bottomley published

REFERENCE Which teeth come in first? We look at what to expect when children are teething

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Is teeth whitening safe? Image shows woman at dentist

Is teeth whitening safe?

By India Bottomley published

REFERENCE The pros and cons of teeth whitening

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9 teeth facts you probably didn't know: image shows woman smiling

9 teeth facts you probably didn't know

By India Bottomley published

REFERENCE Here are 9 teeth facts you probably didn't know, verified by dentists and compiled by Live Science.

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wisdom teeth seen over X-ray.

Why do wisdom teeth come in so late?

By Tyler Santora published

Here's why wisdom teeth usually don't come in until the ages of 17 to 21.

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The newly discovered muscle layer runs from the back of the cheekbone to the anterior muscular process of the lower jaw. (S= superficial layer, D= deep layer, C= coronoid layer)

Scientists discover new part of the body

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The newfound muscle layer sits within the masseter, a key muscle for chewing.

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What causes toothache? image shows woman with toothache

What causes toothache?

By India Bottomley published

Reference We explore what causes toothache to get to the root of the discomfort experienced by many.

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5 Causes of bad breath: image shows woman smelling breath after shower

5 major causes of bad breath

By India Bottomley published

Reference We’ve asked two dentists to identify the causes of bad breath and the steps you can take to prevent it

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