According to a study carried out at the University of Helsinki, an infection of the root tip of a tooth increases the risk of coronary artery disease, even if the infection is symptomless. Hidden ...

The article reviews how root canal treatment removes infection, restores tooth function, and supports long-term oral health.

According to a new study, combining exercise with omega-3 supplements reduced inflammation and, thereby, the severity of a chronic tooth root infection. It suggests a relatively simple means of ...

When does tooth pain mean more than a simple cavity? That question is explored in a HelloNation article featuring Dr. Allen Meier of the Endodontic Center of Southern Indiana. The feature outlines ...

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 ...

HELSINKI, Finland, Aug. 2 (UPI) --Dental root tip infections -- relatively common and often symptomless -- increase risk for heart disease, researchers found in a new study. More than half the ...

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 ...

Educational Overview of Crowns, Implants, Bridges, and Root Canal Therapy for Long-Term Oral Health SUNNYVALE, CA, ...

Nobody wants to hear those two words from their dentist: “root canal.” The procedure has such a bad reputation that people use it as a metaphor for anything unpleasant and painful. But here’s some ...

If you're dealing with a throbbing tooth infection, you might wonder if the Listerine mouthwash sitting in your bathroom could be the solution. The post Can Listerine Kill a Tooth Infection? The Truth ...

Regular follow-up visits are also important so the dentist can monitor healing and detect any complications, such as root ...