Deep within the brain, scientists have uncovered a hidden “switch” that may decide whether pain fades away—or lingers for ...

If you notice your teeth are looking a little worn down, or you’re waking up with jaw pain after what should’ve been a night of restful sleep, have you considered whether you’re grinding your teeth?

Your mouth may reveal more than your smile—experts link gum health to heart disease, inflammation, and aging. Here’s why oral ...

Chronic pain and sleep have a bidirectional relationship. Chronic pain can worsen sleep, and poor sleep can worsen chronic pain. Chronic pain can make it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, and ...

More than 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, according to the CDC. Persistent pain that lasts beyond a typical recovery period can be debilitating and finding the right treatment is a ...

There's nothing more aggravating or borderline debilitating than tooth irritation. And along with the pesky pain comes the daunting reality that you could have a dentist appointment in your near ...

Imaging aided in diagnosing a man with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria and a spinal infection likely caused by a dental infection. The case report was published on December ...

Recent research connects oral health to broader health outcomes, including reduced Alzheimer’s risk, improved heart and metabolic health after root canals, and pain and anxiety relief through hypnosis ...

"Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease affecting children, and its consequences reach far beyond mouth pain." ...

Chronic nerve pain can feel invisible to others but all-consuming to those who live with it. New research is uncovering how our brains and nerves lock in pain, opening doors to better treatments. From ...