Causes of Toothaches
Blog Highlights In most cases, toothaches are caused by cavities A throbbing, incessant pain usually indicates something more serious than a cavity No matter what level of tooth pain you experience, it’s important to see your dentist It’s likely that at some point in your life, you will get a toothache. Toothaches can range from […]
Treating TMJ
Blog Highlights To determine the best method of treatment for your TMJ, it’s best to speak with your dentist Some common causes are high levels of stress and teeth grinding In extreme cases, you may need to undergo jaw joint surgery TMJ pain can range from slight discomfort to excruciating pain. Unfortunately, there isn’t one […]
Do You Have a Cracked Tooth?
Blog Highlights A cracked tooth is painful because the crack often leaves the tooth pulp slightly exposed Unfortunately, cracks may be hard to spot As with most dental issues, early detection and treatment is imperative Cracking a tooth can be painful and, if left untreated, can lead to further oral problems. Teeth crack for a […]
Implant Candidates
Blog Highlights Dental implants are a method of replacing missing teeth To determine if you’re a potential candidate, speak with your dentist Your dentist will help develop a treatment plan and organize the surgery Dental implants are a method of replacing missing teeth. However, in order to be a good candidate for dental implants you […]
Dry Mouth: Causes and Treatment
Blog Highlights Dry mouth is the feeling you get when your salivary glands aren’t producing enough saliva In most cases, dry mouth is the result of stress or some other emotional taxing event The only way to permanently treat dry mouth is to identify and treat the cause Dry mouth is the uncomfortable feeling you […]
Dry Mouth: What Is It?
Blog Highlights Dry mouth is the condition in which the salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva A lack of saliva prevents your mouth from functioning properly Dry mouth that doesn’t go away on it’s own may indicate a more serious issue Dry mouth is the condition in which the salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva. […]
Periodontal Disease and Obesity
Blog Highlights Obesity also puts patients at a higher risk of developing periodontal disease Your dentist can help you determine the best way to treat it Exercising and getting the right kind of nutrition is imperative For years, it has been understood that obesity increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, respiratory issues, breast cancer, […]
The Link Between Obesity and Periodontal Disease
Blog Highlights Obesity has been linked to periodontal disease People who suffer from obesity often experience a resistance to insulin It is important to take care of your body in order to maintain good oral health Recent studies have shown that staying fit and keeping a healthy weight is imperative to maintaining good oral health. […]
