Blog

Why Does My Jaw Hurt? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), or jaw joint, withstands a lot of abuse over the course of a lifetime. This joint is used more than any other in the body. TMJ is a hinge that connects the lower jawbone (mandible) and the upper jaw (maxilla) to the skull. This bony structure ... Read More

Pregnancy brings many changes to the female body. One you may not expect is changes in your oral health. Surging hormones can cause your gum tissues to magnify a normal reaction to plaque. The increase of progesterone may encourage bacteria growth, causing pregnancy gingivitis. Symptoms are noticea ... Read More

We’ve all been there: you’ve just brushed your teeth, forget about it and take a big swig of orange juice. You’re expecting some delicious refreshment but… yikes! It’s not just orange juice, either. Many foods taste slightly odd after brushing your teeth. So, why is it that food and drink ... Read More

It’s always a good idea to start making better choices regarding your health and diet. One way to do this is by reducing the amount of sugar you consume in your diet. It’s a good idea for your internal health, and also for your teeth. It can be hard to cut back those cravings brought on by a swe ... Read More

As a new parent, we bet you were over the moon with joy when your baby’s first tooth appeared. Now that the baby finally has a tooth, it’s high time that you start caring for their dental health. If you are a new parent, you must be wondering when you should take your child to visit the family d ... Read More

The words ‘dental implants‘ may sound scary, but don’t let your worries get the best of you. In modern times, it is the most effective way to replace your missing teeth. It can be very embarrassing if your front teeth are missing. Why should you stop smiling if there is cutting edge te ... Read More

Do you feel a sharp pang in your teeth when you eat your ice-cream or take a sip of some hot coffee on a cold winter night? If you do, then you might have sensitive teeth. In the case of sensitive teeth it’s recommended you make an appointment to find out if you really do have sensitive teeth or a ... Read More

Dental implants are best suited for people who have gaps between their teeth, an entire tooth missing, cavities, and crooked teeth. The application of implants includes setting a small titanium screw into the bone of the tooth in a position where the root is. Once the screw is set in place, a prosth ... Read More

When it comes to our teeth, we can fall behind on taking the proper care for them at times. Instead of quitting our bad habits, we tend to pile up on them. What we fail to realize is how much damage we are causing to our teeth in the long run. By becoming more aware about the bad dental habits that ... Read More

For people who wake up with an achy jaw or a headache, if they notice that their jaw pops and clicks when they yawn or open their mouths too wide – there must be some teeth grinding going on at night. While teeth grinding may not be a severe dental problem, it can cause severe misalignment of teet ... Read More