A recent research from King's College London shows that sorting out an infected tooth isn’t just good for your smile, it ...

A new study reveals tooth infections, like apical periodontitis, can impact overall health. Bacteria from infected teeth may ...

Recommending root canal treatment to potentially prevent a heart attack may seem like a stretch now, but one day it could be reality. A recent research article has linked endodontic lesions to ...

As a public health dentist and researcher, for years I saw the same pattern. Patients with deep root infections often had wider health problems, particularly those with diabetes. I did not yet ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jul. 30—(StatePoint) If you've been told you need a root canal, you may be dreading the procedure or even trying to find a way out ...

Root canal treatment is designed to save a natural tooth by removing infected pulp, not to cause pain. An infected tooth, often causing severe tooth pain or sensitivity, can lead to bone loss or ...

We’ve all felt that sinking feeling when a routine dental check-up suddenly turns into a list of procedures. The thought of a numbing shot, the high-pitched drill, the awkwardness of lying still and ...

McKennell Dental Practice has announced the availability of consultation appointments for patients requiring root canal treatment. The update reflects the practice’s provision of restorative dental ...

Lizzie Duszynski-Goodman is a journalist living in the Midwest with her husband and two young children. Her work explores the intersection of mental health, wellness and parenting. She is the former ...

Few patients regret having a severely damaged tooth saved by a root canal filling. A University of Gothenburg thesis shows that 87 percent would choose the same treatment again, if in need, although ...