Dental infections can cause inflammation and metabolic issues throughout the body. Here’s how a root canal could improve your ...

A tooth infection might seem like a relatively minor health issue, but its effects can reach far beyond the mouth. Recent ...

Researchers at West Lafayette, Ind.-based Purdue University created a diagnostic tool that can detect blood infections in as little as 20 minutes, according to a study published in the journal ...

A seven-day antibiotic course for patients with bloodstream infections was as effective as a 14-day course, and it had a lower mortality rate, a recent study found. The study, published on ...

A new way to battle bloodborne staph infections could help save lives while combating the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to new clinical trial results. Two intravenous doses of the ...

Successful root canal treatment could lower inflammation, blood sugar, and cholesterol, potentially reducing the risk of ...

The microbes in your mouth could have a profound impact on your blood sugar levels – and, in turn, your risk of diabetes or ...

A new study from King's College London reveals root canals may lower blood sugar and reduce diabetes risk, plus improve ...