A temporomandibular joint disorder is a problem for many people and, depending on your situation, you might not even realize a problem with TMJ disorder is causing your distress. TMJ disorder or TMD occurs when there is a problem in the temporomandibular joint. This is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull at the front of your ears. ...

Most people occasionally thrust their tongue forward. Sometimes, it’s out of stress or because of something going on with dental health. But, for some, tongue thrusting is an ongoing problem that can lead to long-term dental health issues. Tongue thrusting happens because the tongue gets into the habit of thrusting forward in the mouth. A tongue thrust habit often occurs ...

Teeth tend to get white spots on them when they are exposed to too much fluoride and isn’t a sign of tooth decay. Some fluoride is necessary, but over-fluoridation can actually cause problems. The effect is called hypomineralization, and while it might not be as much of a nuisance as yellowing of teeth, this tooth discoloration can still affect how ...

Tooth loss is often a fact of life and between 100,000 to 300,000 dental implant treatments are carried out each year. Tooth loss can happen as a result of trauma, disease, a poor diet, or aging, and dental implants are often used in cases when a tooth must be removed. Studies show that nearly 70% of middle-aged adults are missing ...

For many who find themselves in the position of needing to fill in a gap in their smiles, it’s reassuring to know that there are a variety of good tooth replacement options. People have been needing tooth replacement for many years. The practice is believed to have originated in Ancient Europe, where people were using shells and ivory as imitation ...

Sensitive teeth—a common problem Many people have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity can be quite unpleasant sometimes, whether this is an ongoing or recent condition. For many of us, chewing and tasting is one of the main ways we experience pleasure—biting into a velvety ice cream cone, crunching a sweet piece of candy, taking the first sip of an excellent cappuccino. ...

Gum disease is often not a topic that is commonly discussed. When we think about issues with our teeth, our minds more often go to cavities or to teeth broken in a fist fight or a fall. Gum disease, such as periodontal disease and gingivitis, damaged gum tissue, or other gum infection, is not something you often hear about people ...

For many of us, our smiles are a feature we’re proud of—maybe even the part of ourselves we like most. Your smile is a distinctive part of your face. We express ourselves with our smiles by showing our teeth and we react instinctually when someone’s smile seems a bit off. Smiles are proved again and again to be critical components ...

If you are currently facing a dental emergency, whether it be an abscessed tooth or another instance, you can use our 24/7 dentist hotline or to get immediate help. Our hotline is free, offers fast service and is easy to use. Our molars—those big grinders at the back of our mouths on both sides—are the teeth that help us chew ...

Are you having issues with receding gums and tooth sensitivity? You could have an exposed tooth root. Learn more about the roots of your teeth, how they relate to gum health, and what you should do if you experience the common signs and symptoms of an exposed tooth root. “It’s not easy for a patient to determine whether sensitivity is ...