Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Deep infections around ...

A root canal is a dental procedure that gets rid of damage in your tooth’s roots while preserving your natural tooth. Root canals become necessary when infection or inflammation develops in the soft ...

Dental pain has a way of arriving at the worst possible time. When dental pain strikes, most people instinctively head ...

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 ...

"A tooth infection can kill you, but rarely," warns a Cleveland Clinic expert. Here's how to recognize the risks and how it ...

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 ...