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.

Drs. Dan Martin and Rachel Appelblatt at Tahoe Oral Surgery and Implant Center are your local dental implant and oral surgery specialists. They are experienced and board certified oral surgeons who ...

Photobiomodulation (PBM) light therapy may improve postoperative pain and wound healing after tooth extractions, according to a scoping review published on May 18 in the Journal of the American Dental ...

Preventing pulpitis involves good oral hygiene practices such as regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups.

Tooth extraction refers to the complete removal of one or more teeth from the mouth. This is a procedure that is usually performed by a dental surgeon. Milk teeth may be removed from a child's mouth ...

The use of opioids to soothe the pain of a pulled tooth could be drastically reduced or eliminated altogether from dentistry, say researchers. The use of opioids to soothe the pain of a pulled tooth ...

No one likes going to the dentist, but ending up in that chair when you’re pregnant presents unique challenges: Your back may hurt, your gums may be extra sensitive, every flavor of toothpaste or ...

Multiple sclerosis can affect many areas of your daily life, including dental care. Symptoms of multiple sclerosis and the medications you take for these symptoms can lead to an increased need for ...