Conscious sedation is frequently used with noninvasive or minimally invasive procedures, such as removing wisdom teeth or ...

The death of a two-year-old boy, Er'Mias Mitchell, after a dental procedure has raised questions about anesthesia safety ...

A toothache is usually caused by a tooth or gum problem, but can stem from a non-dental issue. Treatment depends on the underlying cause.

In cases where wisdom teeth are only partially up, people can sometimes experience pain, tooth decay or gum inflammation, which is why they have them pulled by a dentist.

A beluga whale at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium had a groundbreaking surgery that is poised to change the future of beluga whale care worldwide.

Shortly afterward, the newborn had to undergo heart surgery without anesthesia. He remained awake throughout the procedure, given only Pavulon, a muscle relaxant, to prevent movement.

Your child’s permanent teeth erupt in a predictable pattern. Learn about permanent teeth coming in and how to care for them.

We need to stop pretending wisdom teeth are a normal part of growing up. They’re useless, painful, and outdated: an evolutionary leftover that causes millions of people unnecessary suffering every ...