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So you’ve gotten new veneers to brighten your smile, but you’ve noticed some discoloration forming. It’s frustrating to invest in a major dental procedure only to notice stains afterward. But is there anything you can do about it?  While at-home whitening products won’t work, a dentist may be able to help you restore your stained […]

If you grind your teeth or clench your jaw frequently, you might experience persistent headaches or difficulty eating. This is called a TMJ headache, and it’s caused by inflammation and stress on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in the jaw.  One of the most frustrating aspects of a TMJ headache is that it won’t go away

For something as simple as brushing your teeth, there’s actually quite a bit of controversy surrounding how often you should do it. While the general consensus has long been twice daily, morning and night, some people claim that brushing only once per day is enough to maintain oral health. Spoiler alert: it’s not.  Brushing twice

Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, stronger even than your bones. But as resistant as enamel is, it isn’t unbreakable. Many things — from being struck forcefully in the mouth, falling on your teeth, or biting down on something too hard — can cause your enamel to chip or crack, especially

Our teeth endure a lot throughout life’s journey. From the childhood joy of crunching on lollipops to the occasional neglect of brushing during late-night study sessions, our dental history is marked by various adventures. So, it’s not uncommon to find ourselves missing a tooth or two as we navigate into our senior years. Fortunately, modern

Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a prevalent oral health condition that can have severe symptoms. Chronically grinding your teeth can lead to issues like damaged enamel, headaches, and jaw tightness. Luckily, bruxism is treatable with the help of a good dentist. Here’s everything you need to know about teeth grinding, including causes, symptoms, and ways

Periodontal disease is a serious oral health condition that can lead to other significant long-term health consequences. If you have periodontal disease, it’s important to treat it as quickly as possible to prevent the problem from getting worse. One way to do this is with osseous surgery.  Osseous surgery reshapes your gums, eliminating pockets where

Your smile is one of the first things people see when they meet you. However, many people are reluctant to show off their smiles due to the size and proportion of their gums.  A gummy smile is when a large portion of your gums are visible when you smile or open your mouth. While this

Maintaining your oral health isn’t just about having a pretty smile; it’s also about ensuring the well-being of your entire body. Research consistently shows that oral health is closely linked to overall health, with poor oral hygiene contributing to various systemic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. When necessary, it’s crucial to receive

Feeling slightly nervous about going to the dentist is quite common. However, when that nervousness is so severe that it causes someone to postpone or avoid seeing a dentist, that is what we call dental anxiety. As much as 36 percent of the population suffers from dental anxiety, also known as odontophobia.  The good news is that dentists