Some people who have dental implants believe that just because their implants can’t get cavities, they do not have to take care of them. However, this is far from the truth. It’s still essential to take care of your dental implants to avoid gum disease, and oral complications. The success of dental implants relies significantly …
Does the thought of going to the dentist make you nervous? Do you feel like you cannot relax during a dental procedure due to underlying fears and anxieties? With sedation dentistry, you can have your dental work done in a stress-free and relaxing nature. What Does Sedation Dentistry Involve? The sedation dentistry process involves the …
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For those who suffer from TMJ, there is nothing worse than aggravating your symptoms. Several habits can worsen your TMJ symptoms, and it’s essential to avoid these at all costs. Here are five habits that can worsen TMJ symptoms: 1.) Poor Posture Make postural adjustments to reduce everyday activities such as reading a book, checking …
When it comes to your mouth, many people think that your teeth are the most essential part of your oral hygiene. However, if you are not taking care of your gums, you are not doing enough to maintain good dental hygiene. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to infections that can affect other …
Before considering surgery or cosmetic dentistry and you have an overbite and or TMJ issues, it is wise to consider and understand all your options. In this particular case, surgery would not have corrected his bite and airway to the extent possible with non-surgical facelift procedures in the dental office. These types of cases are …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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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