Archive for December, 2013

In years past, it was more or less considered a rule that you changed your oil every 3,000 miles, and your children got dental x-rays every year. Recently, however, more and more information is coming out that shows it’s not as simple as that. There is no denying that dental x-rays are a crucial part […]

It comes as no surprise that many people feel apprehension when visiting the dentist. As important and necessary as regular dental checkups are, many people still feel a sense of unease. This effect is no more pronounced than it is in children. This does not have to be the case though. There are some very […]

Taking care of your teeth and mouth is an incredibly important undertaking. Far too many individuals neglect some aspect of their oral care, and their overall health can suffer as a result. Unfortunately, this can be compounded if an individual in question also has diabetes. Diabetes is a very serious disease which has several commonly-known […]

A disorder of the jaw that is many times incorrectly labeled as TMJ – Temporomandibular Joint – is TMD – Temporomandibular Disorders.  TMD occur as a result of problems with the jaw, the jaw joint and the surrounding facial muscles that control chewing and moving the jaw. TMJ is the hinge joint that connects the […]