Nobody wants to hear those two words from their dentist: “root canal.” The procedure has such a bad reputation that people use it as a metaphor for anything unpleasant and painful. But here’s some ...

Dear Dr. Reitz: I noticed the start of gum erosion at the neck of my back molar. The tooth looks yellow near the gums, and I can feel a notch with my fingernail. What is causing the yellow notch, and ...

Learn what foods to eat after a root canal, which foods to avoid, and how proper nutrition supports healing and comfort.

Impacted teeth pose significant risks to oral health, ranging from cyst formation to arch crowding. Early detection remains ...