When you look at your teeth in the mirror do you see notches near the gum line? Do you notice that there is a groove in the area where tooth meets gum? If you do see something out of the ordinary, you could have toothbrush abrasion and you will need to take...
The prospect of having a tooth removed can be a source of anxiety for many people. Whether it's due to dental issues, trauma, or other reasons, the process of tooth extraction raises several questions. How are Teeth Removed? Tooth extraction, also known as dental extraction, is a common dental procedure performed by dentists or oral surgeons.
Everyone wants a whiter smile. As you age, due to many factors like coffee and wine stains, your teeth start to become darker which can make you feel self-conscious. There are so many products that claim that they have the best tooth whitening solutions, but what really works?
Dental implants are made of titanium posts that are surgically placed into the jawbone under the gum line. The titanium posts fuse with the jawbone in a process called osseointegration. Titanium is used for implants because they are safe for the human body and cause no issues to your oral and overall health.
How often has your dentist told you and your children to lay off soft drinks? Chances are they nag you every time you visit. Soft drinks (‘pop’ and ‘soda’) like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, and Dr. Pepper have long been warned as causing long-lasting damage to...
When you go to the dentist, you’ll first be treated for a dental exam and a thorough cleaning. However, your dentist may only make an appearance at the end of your session. It is the dental hygienist that takes care of administering the cleaning and looking at the state of your overall oral health.
Which type of toothbrush is best – soft, medium, or hard? In this article, we are answering this question once and for all. Find out which bristle strength is right for you and how to choose the best toothbrush. Which is the best toothbrush? Soft toothb...
There could be many reasons behind someone experiencing trouble sleeping. One of the lesser-known culprits is a pain temporomandibular joint. With one joint on either side of the jaw, TMJ connects the skull to the jawbone.
Do you have a smarting, aching jaw? Jaw pain can get in the way of talking, eating and resting comfortably. If you’re having trouble biting into a crisp apple or find yourself subconsciously rubbing your jaw to get rid of the pain, you may have TMJ disorder.
Tinnitus and bruxism go hand-in-hand. The relationship between the two is quite elaborate although most people don’t know that the reason their ears are ringing is linked to teeth grinding. Below we’ll explore the relationship between tinnitus and bruxism a...
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