According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, tooth decay is the most common chronic condition in both children and adults. Many people deal with cavities, but somehow, they’re still fairly misunderstood.

For example, did you know that you can develop cavities in between the teeth? So-called “interproximal cavities” can be hard to detect but are just as dangerous as any other form of tooth decay. Here’s a little bit more information about interproximal cavities, along with what you ought to do to address them.

Have you ever seen those crime shows where detectives use bite marks or tooth impressions to help find somebody? As it turns out, that’s a real thing; your teeth are so unique that they can be used like a fingerprint to identify you.

However, it isn’t just your bite pattern that’s telling. In fact, the color of your teeth can be indicative of quite a few things, from your age to your diet. If you’re curious, here’s what the color of your teeth has to say about you.