When you get an infection on the inside of your tooth, you may need a root canal to remove bacteria from the pulp inside to save the tooth. This procedure can be extremely pricey, so getting one ...

Root canal treatment is designed to save a natural tooth by removing infected pulp, not to cause pain. An infected tooth, often causing severe tooth pain or sensitivity, can lead to bone loss or ...

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 ...

Original Medicare does not cover root canals or other dental services, except in specific circumstances. Most Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans include dental coverage. Original Medicare (parts A and ...

Root canal treatment (RCT) is a fundamental component of dental education, providing a critical bridge between theoretical learning and clinical practice. The procedure involves the removal of ...

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 ...

Researchers are investigating a groundbreaking method to combat advanced tooth decay that may eliminate the need for dental drills and root canal treatments. This approach could transform the field of ...

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 ...