Everyday troubles cause some people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. Daily commuting, work problems, or an overpacked schedule are some frequent culprits. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can trigger or aggravate a painful condition called TMD, or “Temporomandibular Joint Disorder.” TMD is often mistakenly called “TMJ,” the acronym for temporomandibular joint. […]
Your Famous Smile
How do celebrities achieve brilliant white smiles that are always ready for the red carpet or a close-up? Do they avoid coffee? Not likely. Every star-watching magazine is full of pictures of famous men and women holding Starbucks cups. Do they avoid tobacco? Some abstain, but unfortunately many actors and fashion models are smokers. Many Famous […]
Don’t Leave Flossing Out of the Joys of the Season
During the busy holiday season, flossing is often neglected or forgotten in all the excitement and activities. However, if you take time every day to floss, your smile can stay healthy and clean clear into the new year. We offer a few useful tips to help you get back into the habit of proper flossing. […]
Five Fast Ways to Improve Your Smile
Do you have a special event coming up? Perhaps a wedding, graduation, milestone birthday, anniversary, or reunion? These celebrations usually involve a lot of photographs and, of course, you want to look beautiful. You may not have time to lose 20 pounds, but you can dramatically transform your smile with cosmetic dentistry. Here are five […]
Holiday Dentistry: Sleep Apnea
If you are having trouble sleeping, or often wake up tired, it may be linked to an oral health condition known as sleep apnea. Two main forms of sleep apnea include obstructive sleep apnea in which your airway is blocked while you sleep, as well as central sleep apnea, which can occur if the signal […]
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Do you know that the most prevalent cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? The good news is that gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups with your dentist are vital, but there are warning signs for gum disease that everyone should be looking for. […]