Wisdom teeth or molars are the toughest and the last teeth that emerge in your mouth. When correctly aligned, wisdom teeth are a great addition to the mouth. Unfortunately, they are often misaligned and need removal by expert dental surgeons.An impacted wisdom tooth, a wisdom tooth that did not fully erupt or erupt properly, could […]
It’s been known since the ancient times that sugar is bad for your teeth. But because our liking for sugar has been ingrained into our collective spirits for generations, it’s quite hard to shed the habit. However, the fact still stands: Sugar causes cavities. Of course, there are other factors involved but sugar is the […]
The most popular solutions to missing teeth are crowns, bridges, or dentures. Although these work well for preventive dentistry, implants would be the best solution for missing teeth. Implants are essentially replacements to tooth roots comprising tiny titanium rods that are fused with the jaw to create a sturdy root that feels and functions as […]
Have you ever been suddenly woken up in the middle of your sleep due to the inability to breathe? Or, does your bed-mate always complain that you snore a lot and they’re frequently disturbed by it? This may not sound too serious and seem like a minor breathing issue, but it is much more! It’s […]
Losing a tooth or two can be a huge psychological letdown, especially if you’ve lost the frontal teeth. The way you bite and chew food would also feel different as unequal pressure and stresses would be applied to them. Luckily, teeth that are extracted can be restored by prosthetic ones just the way they looked […]
If you’re suffering from tooth loss, you may start experiencing loss of confidence, loosening of teeth from the sockets, malocclusion, gaps in your smile, etc. There are several means of restoring missing teeth (bridges, dentures, crowns), but dental implants are considered to be the best and most long-lasting solution to them. A well-trained dentist would […]
Ever had a lockjaw or severe pain in the jaws that lead to a headache as well? You’re not alone, as millions of Americans suffer from chronic headaches due to Temporomandibular Joint disorder, or TMD. Though it may seem like a simple issue that would just go away with time, you shouldn’t neglect it, because, […]