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

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A 53-year-old woman was treated for a rare mycotic internal carotid artery aneurysm that developed when a dental abscess-linked germ infected the artery. Our top story of the week covers the details ...

A recent research from King's College London shows that sorting out an infected tooth isn’t just good for your smile, it ...

Imaging helped lead to the diagnosis and treatment of a 2-year-old girl who developed the life-threatening condition orbital cellulitis due to a dental abscess. The details were published on April 9 ...