Grinding your teeth and/or clenching your jaw often starts subconsciously during periods of sleep. You may not even realize you’re doing it unless your partner hears you or you start experiencing the symptoms that are a result of this damaging habit like pain in the...
Have you recently relocated? Are you searching for a dentist that meets your needs? After moving, finding a dental provider is a must-have on your to-do list. When it is time to find the right dentistry practice for you, there are a few steps you...
Stress and anxiety occur daily for many of us. Problems at work, time constraints, family issues, financial problems … even minor occurrences like a traffic jam can push a normally patient person to a stressed out condition. Unfortunately, one of the first places we feel...
Did you know that menopause not only presents changes to your general well-being, it also affects your oral health? Hormonal fluctuations that occur with menopause can contribute to oral conditions in dentistry such as dry mouth and gum disease. During menopause, patients should pay close...
Like tattoos, oral piercings are a popular way to display one’s uniqueness; unfortunately, oral piercings pose risks to a patient’s oral health. Oral piercings are normally located on the tongue, the lips, uvula, and cheeks. Although an oral piercing may appear fashionable, your dentist cautions...