Having Wisdom Teeth Removed? Know How To Deal With Swelling And Bleeding

Posted on 26 February 2019

Has your dentist told you that you need to have your wisdom teeth removed? If so, you may be wondering what the possible complications are that can result from the procedure. It's likely you will have some issues with swelling and bleeding after the procedure, which is why you need to know how to deal with these two problems. Bleeding It's common to have some bleeding after your wisdom teeth are removed. [Read More]

Health Conditions That Warrant Frequent Dental Visits

Posted on 23 January 2019

If you have certain health conditions, then you should visit your dentist on a regular basis for preventative dental care services. This is because certain medical conditions can raise the risk for gum disease, cavities, and oral infections. Here are some health conditions that warrant frequent dental visits so that oral problems can be diagnosed and treated before they progress. Autoimmune Disorders  Many autoimmune disorders cause problems with your salivary glands. [Read More]

Should You Get Porcelain Veneers?

Posted on 28 December 2018

Caring for your teeth is one of the best ways you can look and feel great about yourself. Your teeth are a huge part of your health and overall vitality and you want your smile to reflect how you feel. When your teeth are uneven, too small for your face, or have damage to them, you get porcelain veneers in many cases to make your smile more appealing. Should you get this type of cosmetic work done? [Read More]

How To Avoid Sensitivity Issues With Your Teeth With Invisalign

Posted on 24 November 2018

Sensitivity in your mouth is something that refers to the twinges of pain you experience from eating or drinking things that are very hot or cold. This type of sensitivity can be annoying and painful, and it is something you could experience if you choose Invisalign to straighten your teeth. There are ways to avoid this, though, even with Invisalign, and here are a few things you should understand about sensitivity during this type of treatment. [Read More]

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Kate's Fear of TMJ

When I was little, I was scared of dying from Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMD or TMJ. It's a condition where your jaw gets sore and stiff. I used to think that I would get it and not be able to eat and then I would slowly die from starvation. Now that I'm older, I know that TMJ is not life-threatening, but I still have no desire to get it! I wanted to talk about tips and tricks, and about oral health care in general since I've already done a lot of research. If you have questions, I hope you find them here! Thanks for stopping by.

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