Inserting gauze coated with an antibiotic-corticosteroid ointment into a wisdom tooth extraction site may control dry socket, infection, and pain. The findings come from a study published earlier this ...

Root canal treatment (endodontics) is a dental procedure to remove inflamed or infected pulp on the inside of the tooth, which is then carefully cleaned and disinfected then filled and sealed.

Tooth extractions, including ones involving infection, periodontal disease and crowding issues, are one of the most common dental procedures. An estimated 10 million wisdom teeth are extracted from ...

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 54-year-old healthy woman was diagnosed with a rare case of infective endocarditis after developing an acute ischemic stroke five weeks after having a tooth extracted. The case report was published ...

Dental caries, more commonly known as tooth decay or cavities, is the most widespread disease globally, affecting more than ...

Cracked teeth are the second most common dental problem at the National Dental Centre Singapore. Read more at ...

Worried about a damaged tooth? Discover how Root Canal Therapy in Brookline can save your smile and prevent the need for extractions or implants.