If you’re dealing with constant jaw pain, stiffness, clicking sounds, or headaches, you could have a TMJ disorder. A TMJ disorder is a dysfunction of the temporomandibular joints (TMJ) on either side of your jaw. TMJ disorders are a common condition, because there are so...
Professional teeth cleanings are necessary to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. But how long can you go without a dental cleaning? Do you really need to get your teeth cleaned as often as twice a year? The answer is yes, and actually, you may...
From gum disease to cavities, bacteria can wreak all kinds of havoc in your mouth. And if they ever reach the root of a tooth, they can cause a painful infection. A tooth abscess is a pocket of pus that forms after a tooth is infected....
If you’re experiencing chronic jaw pain or stiffness, you could have a TMJ disorder. But what does that mean? What causes TMJ disorders, and do they ever go away? If you have TMJ disorder symptoms, should you see a dentist or a doctor? We answer...
Root canals are often necessary to save an infected tooth. But is it also necessary to place a crown after a root canal? You may be hoping to skip the extra time in the dentist’s chair, but a crown may be needed to protect the...
Grinding your teeth can do a lot more than keep you up at night. Teeth grinding—a condition called bruxism—causes a wide range of side effects, many of which affect your teeth. We put together this guide on the different ways bruxism can affect your teeth,...
There are many misconceptions about what can and can’t affect your oral health. Some of the myths about brushing and flossing teeth, cavities, and sugar can have serious consequences on your teeth and gums if you mistake them as facts. Today we’re debunking some of...
Daily flossing can feel like a chore, so it’s tempting to skip it. But that chore is crucial—flossing every day offers many benefits that will keep your mouth healthy and help your smile shine. Here are just a few of the many advantages that daily...
There’s more than one reason why we need to drink eight glasses of water each day to be healthy. Staying hydrated has many benefits—it helps you maintain a normal body temperature, keep your joints lubricated, get rid of waste, and more. But did you know...
You’ve heard it said a million times—brushing and flossing protect your teeth from cavities. But did you know that good oral health also protects your vision? Poor oral hygiene causes an infection called gum disease that wreaks havoc on your mouth. And when left untreated,...