Dental x-rays revealed that a healthy 28-year-old man developed apical periodontitis in two teeth following an intense phase of bruxism that lasted about a year, according to a case report published ...

A new clinical study suggests that a root canal treatment for infected tooth can help improve blood sugars, cholesterol ...

A 7-year-old boy with congenital heart disease developed multiple brain abscesses caused by an infection from apical periodontitis in his baby teeth, according to a case report published on June 28 in ...

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 ...

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 ...

Both are distinct conditions that affect the gums. However, gingivitis can sometimes progress to periodontitis, a serious condition that may require antibiotics or surgery. Both conditions lead to gum ...