Dental anxiety is a common issue that affects many people, often leading to avoidance of necessary dental care. However, open communication between patients and dentists is essential for overcoming dental anxiety and receiving the care needed to maintain oral health. So how can you discuss your dental anxiety with your dentist,...
TMJ or TMD, common abbreviations for temporomandibular joint disorders, cause symptoms such as unusual jaw noises, trouble opening the mouth, pain when biting or chewing, and headaches. Many patients with TMJ report headaches as a major symptom, including primary headaches, which include migraines . But what is the link between...
A tooth infection is not a condition to take lightly. Most infections do not resolve on their own—they need medical treatment before they get worse. Leaving an infected tooth untreated can not only be painful but dangerous. What are the dangers of leaving an infected tooth untreated? Here’s why you...
If you need a cosmetic makeover or restorative care for your smile, it may be worth considering sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry uses medications to help patients feel more relaxed during their appointment. The levels of sedation dentistry can range from mild sedation, in which you will remember your appointment, to...
If you have had temporomandibular joint (TMJ) symptoms in the past, you may have gotten your symptoms under control only to experience a flare-up. A TMJ flare-up is a reoccurrence of painful symptoms, which can include pain in the face and jaw, but it can also include soreness by the...
Invisalign is a great way to discreetly straighten teeth and have the smile of your dreams in less time than conventional braces. However, although both braces and Invisalign straighten teeth, they do have different requirements for care. So how can you take the best care of your Invisalign clear aligners...
If you want whiter teeth, you may be wondering when the best time to whiten your teeth is. Teeth that have been whitened can stay white for months and even years, so it’s important to know when the best time to improve your smile is so you can plan...
A successful tooth extraction requires that you care properly for your healing mouth after the procedure. One of the complications that can happen when the surgical site is healing after a tooth extraction is dry socket. Dry socket happens when the blood clot that covers and protects the surgical site...
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders affect millions of people around the world. Whether you have suffered from TMJ for a few months or for years, it’s important to know that there are treatment options out there that can help alleviate your symptoms and improve your quality of life. So what are...
Sedation dentistry helps people with dental phobia or dental anxiety relax during their appointment to receive the treatment they need for their smile. During sedation dentistry, you may receive an oral medication to take at your appointment, or you may opt for a heavier level of sedation through an IV...