Now that summer is winding down, the to-do list is probably getting longer, what with the kids going back to school, winter coming, and, for the very organized among us, holiday plans starting to be made. With everything going on, you may think that taking care of a tooth that is damaged will just have […]
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No two people are alike, and everyone’s teeth differ in shape, size, and alignment. The way the teeth come together is called occlusion. When one or more of the upper teeth protrude too far forward or not enough, it is called an overbite or underbite- also known as malocclusion. But what causes someone to have
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From a heavy workload to a fight with a close friend, everyone at some point in their life experiences stress. But what happens when a stressful period of life turns into a sore jaw and tense headaches? It may be hard to differentiate the two but let’s first go over TMJ and how you can treat
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It’s trick-or-treat season, and while that may signal a tasty treat for you and your taste buds, it’s essential to avoid a sugar-fueled nightmare for your teeth. Knowing what types of candy are best for your teeth can make this holiday season slightly less terrifying for both your dentist and yourself. Using this guide will
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When it comes to teeth whitening, social media is constantly promoting a plethora of at-home trends. From oil pulling to lemon juice, many people are turning to DIY methods in hopes of seeing brighter results at a lower cost. However, several dangers are associated with these methods, which can cause severe damage to the teeth
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Worn teeth and broken teeth are often tell tale for misaligned bites and/or TMJ pain. It is easy to see how this ladies misaligned bite prematurely wore her teeth down. Notice she had multiple crowns placed through the years as they continued to break. She felt as if she did not have a home for her bite
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Some people love summer, and it does have its great points. However, others can’t wait until fall finally rolls around – it is much more fun to get outside and play your favorite sport when the heat isn’t sweltering and the air is a bit cooler! But no matter what sport you play or what
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