Babies generally start teething around six months old—some will begin getting their first teeth in earlier, and some will start later. Your baby should have their first tooth by their first birthday, which is also around the time they should have their first dental visit. Teething can be challenging for...
Chipped and cracked teeth are common among patients and have the potential to impact oral health if left untreated. Unfortunately, many cracked or chipped teeth can remain asymptomatic, meaning they will not cause symptoms until the problem has progressed . This makes keeping your regular dental appointments essential, as your...
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, often referred to simply as TMJ, are estimated to affect over 11 million people in the United States alone . TMJ disorders can cause symptoms ranging from muscle pain in the jaw to tension headaches and trouble opening and closing your mouth all the way. Although...
A dental bone graft is when your dentist or oral surgeon introduces new bone to your jaw or a tooth socket to help preserve and enhance the existing bone. The bone can either be yours, a donor’s, or a synthetic form of bone. Bone grafts are a necessary part of...
Babies start to get their first teeth in around the age of six months to one year old. By the time they are about three years old, babies have about 20 primary teeth. And around the age of six, those baby teeth will start to fall out while the...
Brushing and flossing are two things you should do every day to maintain and improve oral health. Brushing for two minutes two times a day and flossing once a day can help keep teeth clean, healthy, and bright, not to mention improve your self-confidence. Most of us brush and floss...
An abfraction is a specific type of damage to the tooth. If you notice that your teeth look longer or appear indented around the gum line, you could be seeing an abfraction. Abfractions may not have any symptoms, or they may cause sensitive teeth. Although this type of tooth damage...
Thumb sucking is a natural self-soothing practice of most babies and children. Most children will grow out of this habit on their own once they get out of their toddler years and reach pre-school or kindergarten. However, some children will continue to suck their thumb. While it may seem harmless,...
If you’ve ever had temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain or discomfort, you may be all too familiar with the jaw pain, headaches, and odd clicking or grinding noises that come with the condition. For some people, TMJ is a mild annoyance, but for others, it can greatly impact their quality...
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures, and for a good reason. You can customize your shade of white and dramatically improve the appearance of your smile in about an hour at your dentist’s office. No home whitening kits, messy trays, or gel strips are...
