Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Deep infections around ...
A toothache that lingers for weeks might seem like a dental problem and nothing more. But a growing body of research, ...
New research suggests chronic infections around the tip of a tooth root may be linked to poorer blood sugar control and wider inflammation in the body. Some studies found that people who had root ...
Hearing that you need a root canal often triggers instant dental anxiety, but for many patients, a quick internet search ...
Nothing looks, feels or functions quite like your natural teeth. They’re designed to last a lifetime and, when properly cared ...
Abscessed teeth present dire health dangers if neglected. A localized oral infection can easily spread through the blood vessels and tissues of the face. Early treatment can prevent long-term damage ...
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 ...
ST. LOUIS — Dental hygiene may not be the first thing many think about when they consider what can impact their heart health. For one woman, a cracked tooth led to a deadly infection of one of her ...
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 ...