Often referred to as the third molars, wisdom teeth typically begin erupting during a person’s late teens or early twenties. When well-aligned and healthy, these molars were once an essential part of the mouth’s chewing equipment, given their ability to assist in the processing of coarse, crunchy foods such as wild roots, nuts, and uncooked… Read More
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What You Didn’t Know Could Be Causing Your TMJ Disorder
The TMJ, known medically as the temporomandibular joint, refers to the joints in the jaw region. The temporomandibular joints are actually the two joints that fuse the skull to the jaw. Your TMJ is responsible for allowing motions like chewing and speaking. When the chewing muscles and the jaw joints are not working in sync,… Read More
What To Expect When Getting All-on-4 Implants
All-on-4® dental implants look and feel just like normal teeth and are far superior to traditional dentures. They require no special products or maintenance — you care for them the same as you do your natural teeth. If you’re getting the All-on-4® dental implant system installed, then you may be wondering what you can expect… Read More
Dentist Vs. Periodontist: What’s the Difference?
While most people are familiar with what a dentist does, they aren’t always aware of all the different dental specialties that exist. Just as medical doctors can specialize in treating different parts of the body, like the lungs, heart, or feet, dentists can also focus on an area of the mouth or specific types of… Read More
What Does It Mean to Have Sensitive Teeth?
Does it hurt to eat cold or hot foods? Have you ever felt a sharp pain in your teeth when taking a sip of hot coffee or an icy beverage? If so, you might have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity is fairly common in the US, affecting millions of adults. According to some estimates, about half… Read More
Are You a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
You might be missing a tooth for any number of reasons. Extensive decay or damage caused by advanced gum disease can lead to tooth loss. So can an injury to the mouth that causes a tooth to break or fall out. Not only can tooth loss cause oral health problems, but it can also make… Read More
What Causes Dental Implants to Fail?
For the right candidate, a dental implant can be the ideal way to replace one or more missing teeth. Dental implants look and feel natural, almost as if they were your natural teeth. Unlike dentures, you don’t have to remove them at night for cleaning, so there is no risk that you will lose them… Read More
What Causes Tooth Decay?
It’s extremely likely that you, or someone you know, has tooth decay. Also known as cavities or dental caries, tooth decay is one of the most common medical problems in the world. People of all ages, from babies to senior citizens, can develop tooth decay. But have you ever thought about what causes it? Your… Read More
What Are Plaque and Tartar?
We brush our teeth to get rid of plaque, but daily cleaning doesn’t always get rid of all the buildup on our teeth. If you notice a “fuzzy,” sticky feeling when you run your tongue across your teeth, then you probably have some plaque buildup. Left on the teeth, plaque can harden and turn into… Read More
Do Adults Need Braces?
For many preteens and teenagers, getting braces is a rite of passage. They might not be thrilled with the idea of wearing an appliance on their teeth for a year or longer, but they figure it’s what they have to do to get straighter, more evenly spaced teeth or better bite alignment. For a long… Read More
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