How Do I Stop Grinding My Teeth?

If you grind your teeth you are not alone. In fact, you are one of over ten million people in the United Sates who experience bruxism, or the chronic grinding/clenching of the teeth and jaw. Are you wondering, “How do I stop grinding my teeth?” Fortunately, there are treatment options available to help patients who routinely grind their teeth.

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Do You Have Trouble Sleeping?

Do you have trouble sleeping? Do you often feel exhausted during the day? Over ten million people in the United States suffer from a disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. There are a wide range of symptoms and health complications related to OSA. Fortunately, treatment is possible.

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Tips For Even Better Preventive Care

Even if you have a general understanding of what it takes to keep your smile clean and healthy, you may be missing out on some important details that can enhance your daily and long-term habits. For instance, are you sure about whether you’re brushing your best? Are you making the most of your preventive care visits? Rather than hoping for the best, you can simply do your best every day by considering some simple and very effective tips for maintaining an immaculate grin.

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Purchasing Powerful Preventive Products

You probably ask yourself questions on a regular basis about the products you choose for just about every aspect of your life. When it comes to protecting your teeth and gums with preventive care, you may feel at a loss regarding which products to purchase – you may even wonder whether it makes a difference at all. First, we can say that there are certainly good and not-so-great options available to you, so it’s important to use a thoughtful approach. We are also happy to report that learning all about choosing the right toothbrush (and more) is pretty simple once you get the basics down.

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What To Expect From General Dentistry

You may wonder what to make of general dentistry, since it’s a term that you know refers to your dental care but leaves you without any details. Rather than wondering what it means to visit your general dentist, we encourage you to find out more regarding the particulars. You will find that this otherwise seemingly vague, all-encompassing term actually speaks to specific types of care that help you keep your smile in excellent condition, whether you simply need maintenance or if you’re in need of serious smile help.

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Implant Dentistry: How It Helps

How much do you know about implant dentistry? Is this a new area of specialization for you that you have recently heard about as you began searching for tooth replacement solutions? If so, determining whether you make a good candidate for dental implants and choosing this path can offer an exceptional way to complete your smile after tooth loss, while contributing a long list of benefits. Learn more about this special field to find out whether you qualify and if implants sound like the solution you desire.

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Why Do I Have a Toothache?

Why do I have a toothache?” At some point, you’ve probably wondered this when you’ve experienced the dull ache or serious discomfort of a toothache. What causes our teeth to ache? What steps can we take to either treat the issue or prevent them from occurring at all? Many people are surprised to find just how preventable tooth pain can be.

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What Makes Seeing A Pediatric Specialist So Special?

Did you know that bringing your child to see a pediatric specialist opens up a whole new world of comfortable dental care you can feel relaxed about? We understand that choosing a dental practice for your child can be quite an anxiety-filled experience. You want to make sure your child is provided the same caring attention you would provide if you were his or her dentist. Fortunately, we offer a comprehensive selection of adult care as well as services geared specifically toward the unique needs of your little one. Learn more, so you feel empowered and excited about your child’s smile journey.

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All About Prosthodontics

Have you recently been told you need prosthodontics to improve your smile? If you’re pretty familiar with what’s wrong with your grin but this term is completely new to you, allow us to introduce you to the basics, so you know what to expect. Fortunately, prosthodontic care simply means that we will be helping you improve your smile after tooth loss. Since replacing the missing teeth in your smile is extremely important in protecting your alignment and your oral health (not to mention it will boost your self esteem), the sooner you get to know this area of specialization, the more confident you can feel about your choices.

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Do You Need Endodontics?

What is endodontic treatment?” you may ask yourself when we suggest you need this area of specialization to improve your oral health. If you need an endodontist it’s because something is not going well with your dental pulp. This is the tissue that lives within your tooth and in your root canals – or the lowermost hollows of your teeth. Housing everything your tooth needs to survive (think blood vessels, etc.) the pulp is your tooth’s lifeline. When it becomes exposed, the pulp is in danger. When the pulp becomes severely inflamed or infected, it will not heal. This means we must act quickly to address the situation to save your tooth with the appropriate treatment.

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