5 Reasons To See A Dentist On A Regular Basis

Posted on 25 February 2021

People of all ages should see a dentist twice a year for a checkup. However, some people skip these visits if they are not experiencing problems with their teeth. Although going to the dental office is not the most exciting activity, it is necessary. Here are a few reasons to visit your dentist on a regular basis. Catch Oral Health Issues Early Just because you do not feel pain or discomfort does not mean that your oral health is in good shape. [Read More]

The Importance Of Pediatric Dentistry Services

Posted on 19 January 2021

Many parents believe that pediatric dentistry services aren't essential because children will eventually lose their baby teeth. However, baby teeth play a crucial role in a child's long-term oral health. Your child needs to get dental care as early as possible to ensure they maintain a beautiful smile and healthy teeth. Here are some benefits of pediatric dentistry services. Instilling Good Habits It isn't easy to teach your child the need to brush their teeth regularly. [Read More]

Tips For Patients Who Have Just Received Their Medical Marijuana Cards

Posted on 21 October 2020

Receiving your medical marijuana prescription card can be life-changing. You're probably elated to finally have access to treatment that will help ease your symptoms and make you more comfortable. However, as a new prescription card holder, you can probably benefit from the tips below. Visit a couple of dispensaries. Once you have your medical marijuana card, you can legally visit any dispensary in your state. You do not have to be tied to a certain dispensary. [Read More]

A Guide To Using A Mouth Guard For TMJ Treatment

Posted on 21 October 2020

If you visit your dentist complaining of TMJ pain, there are two primary treatments they are likely to recommend. They will usually file down a few of your teeth a tiny bit in order to adjust your bite and take the pressure off your jaw. Then, they will have a custom mouthguard designed for you to wear at night. This will help keep you from clenching your teeth and grinding your teeth while you sleep, which should ease your TMJ pain. [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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