Scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) School of Dentistry have created a first-of-its-kind sleep apnea model for studying chronic pain. A ...

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) and acetaminophen are the first-line treatment for acute dental pain. Opioids are only for rare cases where first-line treatments fail or are contraindicated. Not all “tooth ...

From chipped teeth to tooth sensitivity, grinding your teeth at night can have serious consequences. (Photo: Nico De Pasquale Photography via Getty Images) Nighttime is meant to be a period of peace ...

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) can have an impact on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The association ...

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 ...

Many individuals harbor a fear of visiting the dentist, a phenomenon known as dental anxiety or dental phobia. This fear can stem from various factors including past traumatic experiences, fear of ...

Of the nearly 60 interventions or combination of treatments available to treat chronic jaw pain, only a few like exercises and psychotherapy were likely the most effective in patients. The guidance ...