History has a way of surprising us.

Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...

We’ve all heard the scary stories about cavities. Those little holes in your teeth that cause pain and sometimes lead to bigger problems. But there’s also plenty of confusion around how cavities work.

Most people view cavities as a common dental nuisance—painful and inconvenient, but ultimately isolated to the mouth. However, a growing body of research suggests the relationship between oral health ...