**Treating a Common Dental Infection May Have Effects That Extend Far Beyond the Mouth**

By King's College London - Published on 24 February 2026

Successful root canal treatment may help lower inflammation associated with heart disease and improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Treating an infected tooth with a successful root canal procedure may do more than relieve pain. New research suggests it could also lower inflammation tied to heart disease and improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels. In [...]

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