Everything You Need to Know About Bruxism & Jaw Clenching
Life is stressful – everyone clenches their jaw or grinds their teeth occasionally. Whether during the day or at night, it’s a subconscious physical expression of stress and anxiety. If it’s just every so often that you grind your teeth, it’s no big deal. But if it’s a daily, nightly or all-the-time thing, you’re going […]
How Oral Surgeons Differ from Traditional Dentists
There are several types of dentists, each with their own area of specialty. While most people are familiar with traditional dentists, who offer a wide range of services from check-ups to root canals, oral surgeons offer a different skill set. Oral surgeons specialize in surgeries related to the mouth and jaw, while general dentists focus […]
A Simple Guide to Your Wisdom Tooth Recovery Diet
While getting your wisdom teeth taken out isn’t a complicated procedure, it’s still an oral surgery. And any surgery has a recovery period where you’ve got to be careful with the surgical site while it heals. The recovery period for a typical wisdom tooth extraction is usually less than 2 weeks. However, if you don’t […]
Perception is Everything: How Others See Your Smile & Why it Matters
Dental patients may be unaware of how their smile is perceived by others. Sure, it’s nice to have a healthy smile because it makes you feel good about yourself, but what about what an healthy or unhealthy smile says to other people. Much of communication and social interaction happens non-verbally, and first impressions are no […]
Dental Implants Go Mini: Is This New Technology Better, or Just New?
It’s widely agreed upon that dental implants are the most comprehensive and holistic way to replace missing teeth. They’re the only oral reconstruction method that replaces part of the biological function of your natural tooth, because they’re placed into the jawbone. Unlike dentures, which eventually stop fitting and also do nothing to stop your jaw […]
Why Your Smile Is Your Most Valuable Asset
“A smile is your greatest social asset.”- Zig Ziglar A smile is one of the most universal expressions of happiness, friendliness and affection, and it’s also one of the first things people notice about someone else. That’s why your smile is your most valuable asset – it conveys who you are to others before they […]
Do the Benefits of Dental X-Rays Outweigh the Risks?
Dental x-rays are a common diagnostic tool used by dentists to help diagnose problems with teeth and gums, but are they safe? This question is often on the minds of patients, and while dental x-rays do carry some risks, they are considered to be very safe when used appropriately. In this blog post, we’ll take […]
What Are the Benefits of Smiling and Laughing?
Do you smile and laugh often? If not, you may be missing out on some major benefits that they provide! Smiling and laughing have been shown to improve mental and physical health in a number of ways. And it makes sense – smiling is one of the main signals we give each other to indicate […]
How 3D Cone-Beam CT Technology is Changing Dentistry
When most people think of dental care, the first thing that comes to mind is a trip to the dentist’s office for a cleaning. However, advances in computed tomography (CT) technology are changing the way dentists work, and making it possible for them to provide more comprehensive care without having to leave their offices. In […]
Smiles & Success: How Dental Implants Can Help Your Career
Much of our professional life is spent speaking to others face-to-face, whether in-person or via Zoom. Naturally, how your mouth looks matters, and a smile that’s missing teeth might be saying more than you mean to about your professional persona. In our corporate culture, a healthy, attractive smile is important – we really do judge […]
Self-Conscious About an Uneven Smile? 6 Ways to Correct a Crooked Mouth
Do you feel self-conscious about your uneven smile? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people are born with an uneven smile, and it can be a source of insecurity for some. After all, first impressions are a big deal; if you’re not happy with how you look, you might not be putting your best […]
What Should I Do If I Have A Tooth Knocked Out?
If you’ve ever had a tooth knocked out, you know how scary and frustrating it can be. Nobody wants to walk around with a missing tooth and an embarrassing story about how it got knocked out! But don’t worry; if you’re proactive and a little lucky, you might be able to save a tooth that’s […]
