Dental Health
It’s Not Just a Cleaning
Its Not Just a Cleaning In dentistry, your ongoing, regularly scheduled hygiene visit is the most important appointment you can keep. Heres a list of… Continue Reading
Bruxism Are You Grinding Your Teeth?
Bruxism Are You Grinding Your Teeth? Youve probably read about “gnashing of the teeth.” Authors from Mark Twain to Charles Dickens to the scribes of… Continue Reading
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthodontics
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthodontics Most patients have similar questions about orthodontic treatment, so here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions…. Continue Reading
What Is Sleep Apnea?
What Is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea affects about 20 million people in the United States. It takes its name from the Greek word apnea, which… Continue Reading
Early Treatment In Orthodontics
Most orthodontists have encountered anxious parents who are concerned about putting their young children through extensive oral treatment. “Isn’t eight years old too soon to… Continue Reading
Experience and Impact Of a Sleep Or Daytime Apnea Event
In many past articles, I have discussed the impact of the jaw-tongue-throat relation to the airway (choking or partially choking on the tongue) to sleep… Continue Reading
Full Mouth Rejuvenation
Full Mouth Rejuvenation A truly healthy smile is the result of harmony in the entire chewing system. Full-mouth rejuvenation, also known as bioesthetic dentistry, is… Continue Reading
TMJ Disorder and Bruxism (Grinding and Clenching)
TMJ Disorder and Bruxism (Grinding and Clenching) Bruxism has been defined as the complex, unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth, especially during sleep, or as… Continue Reading
What Is Gum Disease?
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, a chronic inflammation and infection of the gums and surrounding tissue, is the major cause of about 70% of adult… Continue Reading
Heal and Strengthen After Gum Disease
Bacteria find the mouth to be a very hospitable place to live. Bacteria can readily cause gum irritation and inflammation and still go unnoticed because… Continue Reading
