While dental enamel is one of the toughest substances in the human body, it is not indestructible. If tooth enamel is worn down sufficiently, it can leave your teeth vulnerable…

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your lower jaw to your skull. This is the joint that allows you to eat and talk, and to open and close your mouth. It’s…

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, sponsored by the American Dental Association. This campaign serves to raise awareness about good oral hygiene and how to ensure a lifetime of…

One of the best times to improve yourself and your quality of life is to create new goals in the new year to ensure you work towards better habits. Whether…

If noticeable gaps in your smile have left you feeling uncomfortable or even self-conscious, you are not the only one. Many people are afraid to break into a full smile…

It is easy to confuse some medical terms. For example, you may hear people refer to TMJ and TMD as the same thing. Even medical professionals confuse these terms sometimes.…

Over 90% of adults in the US are affected by tooth decay. While slightly more promising, children – from two to 19 – aren’t in a much better position with…

Caring for our teeth should be a priority—making regular trips to the dentist, following up on prescribed treatments, and taking proactive measures to keep teeth and gums healthy at home…

Gum recession is the process during which gum tissue weakens, wears, and pulls away from teeth. In extreme cases of recession, gum tissue can even pull away and expose the…