An autopsy of a 9-year-old girl who died after dental surgery ruled the death an accident. The girl had a rare blood disorder that could have been triggered by the drugs administered during the ...

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a transformative force in dental surgery, offering greater precision in planning and support throughout treatment and recovery. Beyond detecting oral diseases, ...

New research and guidelines are reshaping how dentists manage pain after tooth extractions and other oral surgeries. Experts now recommend starting with non-opioid options like NSAIDs and ...

The subspecialty of maxillofacial surgery focuses on corrective and aesthetic procedures for the face, jaws, mouth, teeth, and neck. People may require maxillofacial surgery if they have an injury or ...

Steroids help reduce inflammation and may reduce dental pain alongside other treatments. People may take steroids before or after dental surgery or to help manage severe infections. A dentist may ...

Two new faculty have joined the UAB School of Dentistry Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. They represent a commitment by the department to remain at the forefront of teaching, research, ...