Temporomandibular joint disorder – called TMJ or TMD – can manifest in many ways. The signs of TMJ can be general, so the disorder can be easily overlooked by a family doctor. Our experienced neuromuscular dentists know how to diagnose whether TMJ is causing the symptoms you are experiencing. The only way to know if
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Jaw clicking or popping sounds are one possible symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder – TMJ. These sounds occur when you’re chewing, or opening and closing your mouth. Clicking or popping can be caused by problems with the alignment and normal function of the hinged temporomandibular joint. Sometimes these sounds go away after a few hours,
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At our family dental practice, our dentists want every member of your family to have healthy, beautiful teeth and smiles. Our comprehensive family dentist services allow us to prevent, diagnose and treat dental problems affecting kids, teens and adults. Our family dentistry services include: Routine cleanings and exams Dental sealants Dental fillings Tooth crowns Gum
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Cosmetic dentistry can be good for your confidence and self-esteem. Feeling great about your smile can improve your confidence in professional and social interactions. For many patients, these benefits are the reason they invest in cosmetic dentistry. Unlike most routine dental care, most insurance policies do not provide coverage for cosmetic dentistry procedures. For this
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There are several possible causes of gum recession, a condition in which your gum tissue recedes and pulls away from your teeth. These possible causes include: Gum disease Poor dental hygiene and teeth cleaning Smoking and tobacco use Teeth grinding Hormonal fluctuations Brushing your teeth with too much force If there are certain lifestyle factors
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If you have sensitive teeth, you should visit our dentists for an evaluation. We can find the cause of the sensitivity and determine the most effective treatment for alleviating it. Some of the possible causes include: Gum recession Cracked tooth Eroded tooth enamel Infected tooth pulp Brushing too aggressively with your toothbrush can cause gum
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Although you must meet with a nutrition specialist or other health professional to know the best foods for your dental and overall health, some of the food-related aspects of dental hygiene include: How often you eat: Every time you snack, the bacteria in your mouth convert the sugar on your teeth into acid. Thus, each
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For many of us, the time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is filled with festive foods, beverages and celebrations. Dental hygiene and teeth cleaning is important year-round, but during the holidays, you may be enjoying rich, sugary foods and beverages that aren’t part of your normal diet. If you’re worried about how these festive
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Regular dental appointments are important to the quality of your oral health. Even if you have excellent dental hygiene and teeth cleaning habits at home, visiting the dentist should be part of your plan for caring for your teeth and gums. The dentist performs important preventive care that requires the skills and knowledge of a
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Some people are so afraid of dental work that they neglect their oral health and the dental problems that need to be addressed. If you feel this kind of anxiety and fear about the dentist, then sedation dentistry may be the right way to reduce these feelings and get the dental services you need and
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