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 ...

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 ...

Tooth sensitivity caused by heat or cold typically occurs when a tooth’s outer protective layer, the enamel, has worn down. Receding gums that expose a tooth’s root may also be a cause. Share on ...

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 ...

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 ...

Tiwana is a public health researcher, licensed dentist, and global health equity advocate. In the 2019 WHO STEPS survey of Jordan — a country hosting millions of displaced people — I expected to see ...

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 ...