Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding. It can be caused by stress, anxiety, an abnormal bite, a sleeping disorder or missing teeth. Additionally, tobacco and alcohol use can intensify Bruxism. The side effects of this condition include a sore jaw, fractured or lost teeth, and dull headaches. Dangers of Bruxism It is important...
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Advantages of a dental implants
Maintaining healthy teeth is very important. While we need strong teeth to chew our food, we also want a straight, white set of teeth to give us an attractive smile that we can feel good about. Missing teeth can inhibit our ability to eat and can be embarrassing. Fortunately for those with damaged or missing...
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Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Many people around the world suffer from missing teeth. Previously, the only treatment options for tooth loss were dentures and bridges. Bridges and dentures come with a variety of problems and side effects. For example, they can slip shift in the mouth making them uncomfortable and distracting. Furthermore, they needed to be a bound to...
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What To Expect During Your First Dental Visit
When you have your first dental visit at our office, you might wonder what the process is like. First, the office staff will collect your insurance information along with the names of previous dentists so that your dental records are available. Any previous dental facilities that you visited will fax over your medical images and...
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Do I Need a Crown?
When You Should Consider Getting A Crown You know it’s time to do something about that tooth of yours. Maybe it’s damaged and on the verge of breaking, or maybe it’s already cracked. Either way, you want to get it fixed so nothing worse happens to it, and to keep your natural tooth intact. Crowns...
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How Long Does it Take for Teeth Whitening to Work?
We all want to have pearly-white teeth to show off, but, unfortunately, there are also many causes of teeth staining that affect our smiles. That’s where teeth whitening comes in to help. Some of us have yellow teeth or stains on our teeth from our lifestyle or diet. With all the stains and discoloration, you...
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Can Flossing Help Prevent Tooth Decay?
Most people do not floss regularly. However, dentists advise that patients perform this oral health task daily. It is a way to remove plaque or trapped food from between teeth. Recent scientific studies have analyzed whether or not flossing can help to prevent tooth decay. Articles have been circulating in the Associated Press that reports...
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Best Brushing Tips To Prevent Tooth Decay
You know the importance of home oral care, but the way you practice it does make a difference. When you take a few minutes to consider how you practice your daily routines, you can have better oral health. Choosing The Right Toothbrush For brushing to be effective, you need appropriate supplies. You can start with...
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The Mouth-Body Connection: How Can Taking Care of My Mouth Affect My Overall Health?
When you have healthy or unhealthy teeth, they affect more than your mouth. The condition of your teeth and gums affects your overall health, too. You can reduce your risk of serious medical issues by making your oral health a priority. The Relationship Between Your Oral Health and Overall Health The connection between oral health...
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How Can I Kick My “Sweet Tooth” This Holiday Season?
Chocolates, peppermints, pies, cakes, cookies, and endless plates of other homemade goodies are popular during the holiday season. With all of these options, eating sweets in moderation can be difficult, especially if you have a sweet tooth. During this exciting time of the year, smart choices can help you maintain a healthy smile. What Are...