Something seems quite off lately with your sleep. When you wake in the morning, your jaw is sore and your neck may be tense. Why is that? Chances are good that you are undergoing bruxism, or clenching of the jaw [...]

There are quite a few ways that you can lose a tooth or teeth. It could be the result of gum disease or even an elbow to the mouth when you’re fighting for a loose ball in a basketball game. [...]

Previously, we wrote about myths about dentures that still persisted despite the wealth of information that exists about them. That was merely the tip of the iceberg, though. There are a lot more out there that need debunking. Here are [...]

Gum disease can be rampant and yet so avoidable. The most prevalent is periodontitis. The root meaning of the word is "inflammation around the tooth." When it comes to periodontitis, one is not looking at just having their mouth affected. [...]

Twice-yearly dental visits are important - they can be quite effective at catching gum disease in their early, reversible stages. Cavities can be filled on a preemptive basis rather than possibly having to do any emergency work. Still, it can [...]

People operate under a lot of misconceptions during the course of their lives. None may be as bad as the one where they think that they only stand to lose some, or all, of their teeth if they neglect brushing. [...]

Rest is important Make sure no blood clots are loosened Ice can help reduce swelling of the site Whether it’s a wisdom tooth extraction or the setting up of one’s mouth for either dentures or dental implants, there’s a [...]

When you look in the mirror do you feel embarrassed about your missing teeth? When you are scared and without teeth or money you may not be sure of what to do. You may also be suffering from not [...]