What you need to know about teeth grinding and clenching
If you’ve been waking up with unexplained headaches or noticed unusual wear and tear on your teeth, you may be suffering from a condition called bruxism. Patients with bruxism grind or clench their teeth, often without even realizing it. The activity frequently occurs while patients are sleeping. Patients may grind or clench their teeth for […]
Oral Piercings: The hidden risks to your health
It’s recently become trendy for young people to become more adventurous with piercings. Ears and even nostrils are merely ho-hum, and oral piercings are rising in popularity among patients seeking a more dramatic effect. However, oral piercings may pose health risks for patients. From gum disease to endocarditis, a number of negative outcomes can follow […]
Options for Replacing Amalgam Fillings
In decades past, patients had no alternatives for filling cavities other than amalgam, which leaves an unattractive blemish on the smile. Fortunately, dental technology has improved significantly in recent years, and patients have a number of filling options that have less of an impact on the smile’s appearance. While amalgam, or silver, fillings may have […]