There’s really no way to get around it: not very many people consider going to the dentist a fun activity. While we might not fully understand why (we think it’s an absolute blast!), adults who have been going to the dentist their entire lives are still liable to put off a check-up or cleaning. If […]
Read MoreSometimes, you have to get a tooth pulled. It’s no walk in the park, but it is a necessary part of maintaining dental health in cases where leaving the tooth in question could pose an array of other—often much more serious—health concerns. Impaction, tooth decay, periodontal and gum disease, trauma, or tooth overcrowding are all […]
Read MoreWhile it may be uncomfortable to push yourself to every dentist appointment—especially if you know you have not been eating properly to maintain the health of your teeth and gums—making sure you are attending regular appointments could do more than let your dentist catch a cavity or two. American tennis star Nicole Gibbs was recently […]
Read MoreYou wake up in the morning, feeling groggy and sluggish, and make your way into the kitchen to pour your morning cup of coffee. Then you head back to the closet to throw on some clothes and get the day started. After you finish getting ready, you’re running a few minutes late, so on your […]
Read MoreIf you experience jaw pain, you might have heard about something called TMJ or TMD. TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint that connects both sides of the jawbone to the skull. TMD is a temporomandibular joint disorder, which can cause joint and muscle pain in the jaw area. Several factors can cause this distressing condition, […]
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