A new clinical study suggests that successful root canal treatment may benefit more than just dental health. Patients treated ...

A tooth infection or “tooth abscess” is a collection of pus and bacteria that forms inside the tooth or gum. Without proper treatment, tooth infections can spread to other areas of the body, and this ...

A gum abscess is a pocket of infection in the gums or the space between the teeth and the gums. Bacteria may reach the area due to a dental abscess or another oral hygiene issue, such as periodontitis ...

Sasha Ross, DMD, MS, is a board-certified periodontist who has been with the Cleveland Clinic since 2013. She earned her dental degree from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and completed her ...

After a root canal, the treated tooth is usually restored with a crown or a filling. This not only restores functionality but also ensures the tooth looks natural. Unlike extraction, which often ...

A new method of stimulating the renewal of living stem cells in tooth pulp using an Alzheimer's drug has been discovered by a team of researchers at King's College London. Following trauma or an ...

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 ...