If your child complains that their teeth and face hurt and you can hear them grinding their teeth in the middle of the night, they could have temporal mandibular joint disorder. This is an issue that you want address with your dentist, and ultimately it will need to be treated by an orthodontist. The signs of TMJ vary but shouldn’t be ignored, because this condition can cause lifelong problems if it isn’t treated.…
Read More »For kids, Easter is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. The holiday is a chance to fill up on numerous candies and other sweet treats. Unfortunately, those treats can be damaging to your child’s teeth and gums. Here are some tips to ensure that your child’s dental health stays on track throughout the holiday season. Choose Treats Wisely Although sweet treats, such as caramels and marshmallows, are good to eat, they can be harmful to your child’s teeth.…
Read More »Dental implants are prosthetic devices that are engineered to replace the root of a tooth. The implant is therefore more stable than most tooth replacement devices. Instead of simply relying on adjacent teeth to stabilize the implant, it is stabilized by the jawbone of the patient. If you are interested in receiving a dental implant you may not know what to expect from your procedure. Here are a few questions and answers about dental implantation to help clear things up:…
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