It’s not uncommon to find yourself waking up in the morning with a sore jaw, a headache, and/or painful sensations in your teeth. It’s important to remember, however, these symptoms may be signs of jaw clenching or teeth grinding (also known as bruxism) during sleep....
Many of us are concerned about our health right now, and it’s important to remember oral health is always important. With the Easter holiday right around the corner and summer coming up fast, it’s important to remember eating too much candy can be quite bad for our...
Saint Patrick’s Day is coming up fast, and with it comes a full day or more of high living and hard-partying. While we’re all for enjoying the good times, we’d like to take a moment to talk about your oral health and the effect alcohol can have on your teeth and gums....
Every school kid learns the importance of basic oral hygiene. A regular brushing and flossing regimen is the foundation of a lifetime of dental health. And while that foundation is vital, there are some important dental procedures that can’t be done at home. Chief...
Do you have one or more missing teeth? You are not alone. Did you know that 120 million people in the U.S. have at least one missing tooth? Missing teeth makes chewing more difficult and may compromise your nutrition. Lost teeth have links to obesity, diabetes, heart...
Americans lose an average of 12 teeth by age 50. From 65 onward, almost 26% lose all their teeth. That’s a shocking statistic. With the loss of teeth comes other problems, such as an inability to bite and chew solid foods, jaw pain, and more. If you’re missing...
