Having discolored teeth is a common problem. While it might be comforting to know that you’re not alone if you have discolored teeth, the knowledge doesn’t make your teeth any whiter or your embarrassment any less. The good news is modern dentistry gives us plenty of ways to whiten discolored teeth. Even if the root cause […]
When it comes to competitive sports, and even some recreational activities, mouthguards are an important piece of protective equipment that many people overlook, despite the level of protection they offer. Many complain they are too uncomfortable or make it difficult to breathe. And to be honest, in many cases that is true. Unfortunately, not all […]
A quick stroll through the tooth care aisle of your local drugstore reveals a variety of different products claiming to whiten and brighten your smile. But how do you know what really works and what whitening product you really need? To better understand these products, let’s take a look at how your teeth become stained […]
If you suffer from regular morning headaches or jaw pain, chances are you may have heard the terms “bruxism” or “TMJ” from your doctor or dentist. But what do these terms mean? Are they the same thing or are they connected? While there are similarities between the two conditions, they are both very different conditions […]
You have spent a lot of time and money working to get that bright white smile and you want to keep it. Unfortunately, things you do every day can contribute to the dulling and yellowish appearance of teeth you just treated. Luckily, these five tips can help you keep your teeth looking bright and white […]
After many mornings of waking up with headaches and jaw pain, your dentist finally explained that signs show you grind your teeth at night. Bruxism, or nighttime teeth grinding, is a common condition that causes damage to the enamel of the teeth, eventually leading to potential tooth loss and jaw problems. Luckily, your dentist tells […]
Do you wake up with a sore jaw or headaches? Chances are you may be grinding or clenching your teeth at night. Nighttime teeth grinding, also known as sleep bruxism, is a movement disorder that affects 30 to 40 million adults and children in the United States, so you are not alone. Nighttime grinding can […]
The National Youth Sports Foundation reports that injuries to the teeth are the most common type of orofacial injury to occur during sports participation. In addition, the American Dental Association reports that 10-20 percent of all sports-related injuries are injuries to the mouth. Those injuries account for a lot of dental damage that could have […]
Football players wear helmets to protect their heads from concussions and brain injury, as well as pads to protect their bodies. The same is true of hockey players. Baseball players wear helmets to protect their heads and gloves to protect their hands. But what about the teeth? According to the Journal of the American Dental Association, […]
Nightguards, or grinding guards, protect the teeth from the constant grinding and clenching associated with bruxism. You wear a nightguard to protect the surface of your teeth from the damage caused by grinding. Unfortunately, while night guards are made to withstand the pressure of your teeth grinding, they will not last forever. How long a […]
