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

A root canal is a procedure designed to remove infected or inflamed pulp from inside the tooth. The pulp contains nerves and ...

Tooth problems are among the most distressing health issues one can face. They often begin by affecting the gums and, if left untreated, can escalate into severe conditions. To prevent further ...

Root canal treatment in primary teeth, commonly indicated for managing pulp necrosis, is a critical intervention in paediatric dentistry. Given the unique anatomical features and ongoing resorption in ...

Root canals treat infected or damaged pulp tissue to save the tooth. Success relies on patient-specific factors—not just technical skill. Technology like microscopes and 3D imaging improves outcomes.

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 ...

Have you ever winced when sipping a cold drink, eating ice cream, or brushing your teeth? You’re not alone. Tooth sensitivity ...

We’ve all felt that sinking feeling when a routine dental check-up suddenly turns into a list of procedures. The thought of a numbing shot, the high-pitched drill, the awkwardness of lying still and ...

Penn's School of Dental Medicine, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, and Perelman School of Medicine have worked together to create a new treatment option for apical periodontitis, a ...