A root canal's goal is simple: eliminate infection and save a tooth. It's not the nightmare it's made out to be.

That treatment your dentist recommended but you've been putting off? It could benefit more than just your teeth.

Poor oral health can cause low-grade inflammation linked to some chronic illnesses. A root canal (when it’s needed) could lower those risks, a new study found. Successfully treating a tooth infection ...

Abstract: Robotic technologies are increasingly used in dentistry for their precision in delicate procedures. While most dental robots focus on implant surgery, automating root canal treatment (RCT) ...

The dreaded root canal may be necessary for good oral health, but it could also potentially lower inflammation and improve blood sugar and cholesterol, according to a new study. Researchers from ...

The microbes in your mouth could have a profound impact on your blood sugar levels – and, in turn, your risk of diabetes or heart disease. In a new study by researchers at King's College London and ...

Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the biomechanical effects of varying sagittal root position (SRP), root length (RL), and cortical bone thickness (CBT) on tooth movement and stress ...

And those creating it will talk about the personal and professional risks of reprisal in letting their audience know what the mainstream is trying to hide. But with the dental profession strongly ...

A common misconception is that crowned teeth are more resilient to issues like plaque buildup or cavities that affect regular teeth and cause the need for operations such as root canals. However, ...