When the holidays approach, everyone looks forward to seeing their family and lots of people look forward to the holiday food! You might throw caution to the wind and indulge in every delicious treat, or worry about eating so much unhealthy food, but have you...
Temporomandibular joint disorder—try saying that five times fast! It’s a mouthful—no pun intended. More commonly known as TMJ disorder, this condition doesn’t just cause debilitating facial pain. It can damage your dental health, too. Today, we’ll explore these troubling effects that temporomandibular joint disorder can...
Have you ever seen those cartoons where someone takes out their chattering teeth? The idea of someone only having gums has always seemed ridiculous to me. But these cartoons aren’t completely ridiculous, in fact they are based on some truth. Teeth loss among senior citizens...
Everyone wants their smile to last, but sometimes we fall into bad habits and risk permanent damage to our teeth. Following some simple rules and avoiding bad habits can help you keep your smile healthy and beautiful for a lifetime. One – Diligent At-Home Care Don’t: Skip...
Dentists have a variety of instruments that they employ to understand what’s going on with the inside of your mouth. When you follow their instructions to open wide, most likely, they use start with the small circular mirror on a wand, angling it around in...
If a sparkling white smile is your priority, you may have tried home remedy after home remedy in an attempt to attain that dazzling smile. You might have worked your way through dozens of Pinterest life hacks and brand after brand of at-home whitening kits,...
There are few better things than a cold refreshing drink on a hot summer day — but not all drinks are created equal. What you drink can have as big an impact on your teeth as what you eat. Chances are you already knew that...
Having a sudden dental problem can ruin your day (and night). Sudden sharp pain or deep throbbing can fill normal tasks like chewing or even breathing with anxiety. To help with these issues, we’ve compiled a list of the most common dental problems and how...
Wisdom teeth are no problem — until they are! While most everyone has wisdom teeth, they can cause a lot of pain and trouble if something goes wrong. From impacted teeth to overcrowding, wisdom teeth can seriously impact your health. An impacted wisdom tooth occurs when...
Living with temporary teeth can be frustrating. Dentures require special care, like soaking them in water, while bridges can actually damage your healthy teeth. You want a permanent, reliable solution that looks, feels, and works just like your natural teeth. Now that’s possible thanks to...