Gum scaling is a procedure in which your dental hygienist will gently scrape the sides of your teeth just below the gumline to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria. A gum scaling procedure provides a more effective treatment for gum disease than a regular teeth cleaning because it allows your hygienist...
Dental implants are meant to last for as long as possible. In fact, a properly placed and cared for dental implant can last for life. By visiting your dentist regularly and taking excellent care of your implant, you can ensure that the implant remains secure and never needs to...
Implant-supported dentures are like regular dentures in that they provide an artificial prosthesis to replace missing natural teeth. However, unlike traditional dentures, implant-supported dentures do not rely on suction between the gums and the prosthesis to work. Instead, a few dental implants will support the denture, allowing for a secure...
Temporomandibular joint disorders, often referred to simply as TMJ, can cause a range of problems with the jaw, face, and even the ears. The temporomandibular joints exist on either side of the head close to the ears and help facilitate jaw movement. It is because of the temporomandibular joint that...
Missing natural teeth affect more than just your self-confidence. Whether you’re missing a natural tooth in the back of your mouth that’s noticeable or you’ve lost a front tooth, it’s important to know that there are potential health impacts of missing teeth. So how can a single missing tooth—or...
Tongue thrusting happens when the natural position of the tongue is too far forward in the mouth. Tongue thrusting causes the tongue to press on the front teeth, or between the rows of top and bottom front teeth, which can cause problems with bite, teeth alignment, and even jaw...
IPR stands for interproximal reduction. Interproximal reduction is a technique that has been used for decades in dentistry, most commonly in orthodontics, to create more space for tooth movement and help teeth fit together more appropriately for a beautiful smile . During an interproximal reduction procedure, your oral healthcare professional...
Ideally, we’d have teeth that fit together perfectly and don’t cause problems with crowding, jaw pain, our appearance, or chewing. However, this usually isn’t the case. Over 50% of people have an improper bite, also called malocclusion, that develops in childhood and can cause problems if not corrected . One...
Sensitive teeth can cause significant discomfort, especially if the sensitivity is extreme. While some people may only have mild tooth sensitivity, others have severe sensitivity where eating anything hot, cold, sweet, or spicy may cause them pain. When you have severe tooth sensitivity, it’s important to know that you don’t...
The relationship between teeth grinding and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders is complex to say the least. Your temporomandibular joints are sophisticated joints, and they experience frequent use due to chewing, speaking, and yawning. Millions of people suffer from TMJ disorders, which can have numerous potential causes, including an improper bite...
