You know that getting regular dental cleanings, brushing, and flossing are important, but there are other things that we can let fly under the radar. But those small dental issues that you hardly notice or don’t think are important can be indications of bigger problems that need attention. Here are…
You’ve heard that it’s bad to make assumptions; it’s true about most things in life, and it’s true about your dental health. If you have a toothache and you’re like most of us, you’ve probably tried to ignore it for as long as possible, assuming that it’s a cavity that…
Your dentist does more than just clean your teeth. Oftentimes, your dentist may be the first to recognize serious health conditions because, in some conditions, oral symptoms may present themselves before other symptoms become apparent. Here are seven of the major health issues your dentist is on the lookout for:…
It’s been years since many of us have had teeth grow in. For the most part, we’ve lost all of our baby teeth by age 13, living the next years of our life giving little thought to our teeth, other than our oral hygiene. However, between the ages of 17…
What’s the deal with wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth, also called 3rd molars, are an oft-discussed topic in the world of dentistry, but if they aren’t actively bothering you, removing your wisdom teeth might not be a top priority in your already busy life. While it might seem like a major…
What is TMJ? TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects your jaw to the lower part of your skull. It helps you with everyday things like talking, eating and yawning. It’s this joint that can cause problems in the jaw and muscles in the face that control the…
Teeth grinding probably affects more of us than we’re aware. You may notice yourself grinding your teeth while you are stressed or anxious, but the most common time for teeth grinding to occur is while we’re sleeping. So how are you supposed to know if you’re affected if you aren’t…
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