What began as "extreme pain" for Brian Hooks eventually turned into a head-shaking and life-changing discovery. Hooks, a veteran of the U.S. Army, went to his local dentist trying to figure out what ...

Cannabidiol (CBD), a nonaddictive, nonpsychoactive component of the marijuana plant, may reduce severe dental pain, making it a safer, equally effective alternative to opioids. The study was recently ...

It is Sunday morning, your molar is throbbing, and your dentist is nowhere to be found. Do you ride it out, head to urgent care, or make a beeline for the ER? Emergency physician Jeffrey Druck, MD, ...

At only about 10 millimeters long, teeth are objectively tiny—but when you have a toothache, it can be all-consuming. Whether you're experiencing sudden, sharp pains in response to chewing or extreme ...

According to the latest studies, over 70% of Latino third‑graders in California have experienced tooth decay, compared with ...

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 ...

Houston woman endured ‘severe’ tooth pain for years — said teeth would 'break in half' while chewing food. Why millions of Americans share her struggle (and what to do about it) For more than a decade ...

It’s not uncommon to have tooth pain when you wake up. It can have many causes, including dental conditions or other health-related issues that can range from mild to severe. Read on to learn about ...

Effective management of feline oral health requires a dual approach: rigorous home hygiene and professional veterinary ...

Steroids help reduce inflammation and may reduce dental pain alongside other treatments. People may take steroids before or after dental surgery or to help manage severe infections. A dentist may ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." At only about 10 millimeters long, teeth are objectively tiny—but when you have a toothache, it can be ...