3 options for missing teeth Losing one or more teeth is not life-threatening, but if you have experienced it you certainly know how life-changing it can be. Are you more self-conscious when you smile, laugh or talk? Has difficulty with chewing affected your ability to enjoy eating? These are common issues with tooth loss, but...Read More

3 types of dental fillings and what to know about them Is it time to visit your dentist for a check-up? Do you have a nagging feeling, accompanied by an achy tooth, that you might have a new cavity? Do you know what filling types are available or what fillings are made of today? Modern...Read More

What’s causing that jaw clenching and teeth grinding? Do you grind your teeth so much that it wakes you or your sleep partner in the middle of the night? Does your face hurt in the morning or at the end of the day because you constantly clench your jaw? If any of this sounds familiar,...Read More

  “I must taste sweet!” “Bugs just love me…” “They find me every time….”   Have you ever wondered why you seem to be the one getting all the pesky mosquito bites? No one knows for sure what makes some people the prime target at backyard bbqs, while others remain unscathed, but scientists have discovered...Read More

3 treatments for your TMJ pain TMJ, or Temporomandibular Joint, is an acronym used interchangeably with TMD and TMJD to refer to a Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. If you suffer daily with this disorder, you know too well that it is more than a simple pain in the neck. If you have persistent aching in your...Read More

Getting in a brushing habit can be a battle! Children are already tired at bedtime, causing them to be even less cooperative while completing their nighttime hygiene routine. Here are a few tips on getting your children’s teeth cleaned successfully. 1. Start young.  Begin brushing your baby’s gums even before their teeth come in. They...Read More

What are your gums telling you? Do you have red, sore gums? Have you noticed any bleeding or tenderness when you brush your teeth lately? Do you have any discomfort when you chew or teeth that seem a bit unstable and loose? These are all indications of an oral infection called gum disease. If you...Read More

The truth about what is really causing your headaches or migraines Do you suffer from headaches or migraines? Are they a rare occurrence or chronic and severe? Do you normally dismiss your pain and blame it on stress or allergies? While these are often triggers of headaches, your pain may actually be caused by something...Read More

  Sugar is getting a bad rap lately– it can lead to diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. It is also just as bad for your teeth! Tooth decay occurs when the bacteria that naturally occurs in your mouth interacts with sugar and creates an acid in your mouth. This can cause cavities and tooth decay....Read More

Sustaining good dental health during pregnancy Good oral health during pregnancy includes eating a well-balanced diet with plenty of dairy products, leafy greens and fresh fruits. This also helps to establish the healthy growth of your infant’s teeth, which begin to develop during your first trimester. Avoid the temptation of sweets, as this might promote or...Read More