Study also shows certain patients have an even greater risk of overdose if they fill opioid prescriptions, and strengthens argument against use of opioids for most dental pain.

Low-income people who reported better oral health after getting coverage said it helped with their work or job search.

A new study describes how poor oral health may worsen gut inflammation.

Though non-opioid painkillers can be just as effective, patients having dental procedures just before weekends and holidays are more likely to fill prescriptions for opioids.

Oral care coverage acts as a strong draw for enrolling in Medicare Advantage plans, National Poll on Healthy Aging finds.

A new study of tooth extraction patients shows no benefit to opioids over other painkillers, either in pain control or patient satisfaction.