Pediatric Teeth Grinding: What Is it & How Problematic Is it for Your Child?

Posted on 20 April 2016

If your child grinds their teeth and clenches their jaws on a nightly basis, speak to a pediatric dentist right away about bruxism. Bruxism is a term used to describe teeth grinding and jaw clenching. Although it doesn't happen to every child, bruxism may cause dental problems with some children over time, such as misplaced front teeth or weakened jawbone muscles. In some cases, bruxism may affect your child's quality of life if it causes head pain and other symptoms. [Read More]

3 Parts Of The Body Affected By Poor Oral Health

Posted on 4 April 2016

Keeping your mouth and teeth healthy is more important than ever. That's because dentists and other health professionals are increasingly coming to realize the strong link between oral health and the rest of the body. Unfortunately, many people have yet to catch up with these important areas of research. This article will help get you up to speed by uncovering the links between your oral health and three other parts of your body. [Read More]

How Will Your Dentist Decide If You Need A Root Canal?

Posted on 31 March 2016

Root canals are routine procedures that dentists perform often when the pulp inside a tooth is infected. In fact, there are over 15 million root canals performed each year. While the treatment is routine for the dentist, it generally strikes fear in the mind of the patient. If you have a root canal procedure scheduled in your future and you are feeling fearful about it, you should know that your dentist will only perform a root canal if it is absolutely necessary. [Read More]

Having A Tooth Pulled? Here's What You Need To Know About Dry Socket

Posted on 11 March 2016

If you have a tooth pulled, normally the healing process will go seamlessly as long as you stick to soft foods and keep your mouth clean. Sometimes, however, you might develop a painful condition known as dry socket after having a tooth removed. Before you head in to your tooth extraction appointment, it is important to know the basics about dry socket and how you can prevent it. What is dry socket? [Read More]

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Manage Your Dental Problems One Tip at a Time

When it comes to my teeth, I try to spend as much time as possible taking care of them. I even watch what I eat and drink during the day. I wasn't always so vigilant about my dental care. In fact, I used to spend as little time as possible brushing and flossing. But after a dentist found five cavities in my molars, I do all I can to maintain a healthy mouth. Once tooth decay begins, it can be unstoppable without the proper treatment. My blog talks about tooth decay and how it affects adults, teens, and children today. You may even learn to recognize the early signs of gum disease, a condition that can potentially affect your heart and other organs. Thanks for reading.

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