Temporomandibular Disorder, or TMD, is a jaw dysfunction that affects 35 million people in the US, with around 150,000 people diagnosed per year. TMD is a difficult disorder to properly diagnose, and the causes of the disorder are still being studied, however medical and dental experts are in agreement about one thing concerning TMD, and
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Oral cancer is a term that encompasses any cancer of the mouth, lips, throat, or gums, and is often first identified by a dentist by discoloration in the mouth, a growth inside the mouth or on the lips, or if you have loose teeth. Nearly 50 thousand people will be diagnosed with oral cancer this
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Dentists have a tough job. It’s not always easy to work in a profession when you know that a good number of your patients are afraid to see you. Fortunately, National Dentist’s Day is coming up, allowing us all to show our dentists a little bit of appreciation for all of their hard work and
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Temporomandibular Disorder, or TMD, is a disorder characterized by pain in the jaw, neck, shoulders, and multiple areas of the face. Traditionally, TMD is caused by clenching your teeth or jaw, jaw trauma, sleep apnea, or growing up with an improper bite. Recently though, studies are starting to question whether jaw issues are the only
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Dental sedation is only one reason why patients experience high levels of dental anxiety. While sedation may be needed for multiple dental services, such as cosmetic dentistry and TMJ treatment, there is now a new and improved way to replace sedation drugs and bring those anxiety levels down. NuCalm treatment, the world’s first and only
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Now is the time to start thinking about your New Year’s resolutions for 2019! Becoming healthier is a popular resolution each year, but have you ever considered adding oral health to your list of things to consider when you start planning your New Year’s health and wellness plan? You should, as experts agree that good
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Brushing your teeth is vitally important to your health. Naturally, having had the importance of brushing our teeth drilled into us for so long, we all assume we know the proper way to brush, but according to the Academy of General Dentistry, most adults do not brush their teeth in a manner that leads to
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It’s October and the fall season is here. That means Halloween candy and Pumpkin Spice Lattes are ready to be enjoyed – and ready to attack your teeth! While it’s perfectly fine to help yourself to these fall treats, remember that moderation is the key to keeping a healthy smile. Here’s why: Halloween Candy We
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If you suffer from TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder, you may think the only body part being affected is your jaw and the surrounding area. Although TMD does affect the joint that connects your jaw to your temporal bones of the skull, it may also be causing some unneeded strain on the eyes. As strange
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A regular part of back-to-school preparations should include a child’s oral health. While a child needs new clothes, school supplies, and shots, a trip to the dentist is equally important. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay affects children of the U.S. more than any other chronic infectious disease and 19
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