When you think of dental pain, you probably think first of toothaches or sore gums. But for many patients, it also includes symptoms that are less obviously tied to dental health, like chronic headaches. For instance, when you have TMJ disorder—a dysfunction that makes jaw movement difficult and painful—headaches and migraines can be a nearly […]
You generally take excellent care of your smile by brushing and flossing at least twice every day, and by visiting your dentist on a regular basis for preventive checkups and cleanings. So when you lose a tooth, or your dentist tells you that you need to have one extracted, your first question may be why..
Most adults will experience a cavity at some point in their lives. The good news is that most of those cases can be effectively treated with a simple tooth filling if they’re caught and addressed in time. For some patients, however, it may be too late for a filling to save the tooth by the […]
During your regular dental checkup and cleaning appointments, you might not always remember all of the questions you have for your dentist. Unless you have a toothache, in which case your first questions may be why you have one and how to relieve it.
It might not seem like a big deal, especially if your teeth and gums feel otherwise fine. But bleeding gums are a more serious warning than many people give them credit for. In most cases, it signifies the presence of gingivitis—an infection in your gum tissues caused by excessive oral bacteria buildup.
Clear braces are an ideal solution for many image-conscious orthodontic patients who wish to discretely straighten crooked teeth. Rather than forcing yourself to accept the inevitability of wearing braces as an adult, Invisalign® clear braces can help you achieve the balance and symmetry of properly-aligned teeth without the potential embarrassment of metal braces. Today, your […]