If you suffer from pain in your temporomandibular joint (TMJ), you may feel discomfort when
chewing, speaking, and yawning. For some people, the pain of living with a TMJ disorder can
happen even when the jaw is still.
While seeing your dentist will give you your best options to properly treat TMJ...
As we age, our bodies require more care to maintain than they did when we were younger. The
same is also true for our oral cavity—this is because our risk for oral cancers and gum disease
increases as we age.
Fortunately, taking care of our smiles as we go through life and...
Although the link between cigarettes and diseases such as cancer was long suspected, it wasn’t
until the mid 1960s that warnings were finally issued and the public became aware of the
dangerous effects of cigarette smoke.
Cigarette smokers are more prone to many different illnesses. In addition to increasing your risk
for asthma,...
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, you might consider a professional deep cleaning a waste of time. After all, you’ve got your toothbrush and you occasionally floss, so your mouth has to be healthy, right?
Think again. It can be nearly impossible for even the best brushers to...
There’s a reason that the American Association of Orthodontics recommends your child get an
evaluation by age 7.
At this age, your child is still shedding their primary teeth and getting their permanent teeth in.
Their mouths are growing and flexible. At this age, some orthodontic issues may be present,
such as a...
The 2018 Winter Olympics are in full swing! These athletes train for often hundreds if not
thousands of hours to be able to compete at this prestigious event.
Healthy teeth are more than just a pretty smile for these Olympians. A healthy smile has been
linked to a lower risk for systemic...
Most people know that sodas—which are carbonated—aren’t good for their teeth. This is due
to their extremely high sugar content, but is their carbonation harmful to your smile?
Carbonated drinks are made with carbon dioxide, which is added to the water under pressure
to make the bubbles you love. Sparkling water is...
Children begin the teething process anywhere from 3 months old to 6 months old. You may
notice your baby drooling more, being more irritable, or trying to chew things. You may also be
able to see a tooth beginning to erupt through the gumline.
Although teething can be a challenging time for...
Sensitive teeth include teeth that hurt when hot and cold foods or drinks are introduced into
the oral cavity. In addition, sensitive teeth may also hurt when you eat really sweet foods,
breathe cold air, or even brush your teeth.
Living with sensitive teeth can be inconvenient at best and painful at...
In addition to your regular oral care habits such as brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist,
your diet can supplement a great smile.
What we eat directly impacts our mouths in terms of acidity and bacteria due to the pH of our
saliva, which nourishes teeth. However, what we eat also indirectly...
