TMD is a combination of pain, jaw joint problems, and muscle spasms that stem when the teeth, jaw joints, and chewing muscles are not in tune with each other. This discomfort and pain can pose long-term complications and affect your quality of life in the long run. Unlike teeth and gum treatment, the problems with the temporomandibular joint can often…
Dental bonding is a simple and quick procedure that uses a tooth-colored resin to correct certain areas of a tooth. It is then hardened using a special light. It’s one of the most cost-effective cosmetic dentistry procedures that result in a better smile and an ability to bite and chew well. Unless there are many teeth involved, this is a…
If you have gaps in your teeth, or teeth have stains, are crooked, cracked or poorly shaped, you can change your smile with veneers. They are thin shells made from either ceramics or composite resins that protect your front teeth. Dental veneers are custom made. They are designed to look like or blend in with your natural teeth. If you…
We all have our own struggle story, from emotional breakdowns to physical scars. Some of us even find our teeth a tad bit embarrassing. They may appear a little crooked, misaligned or sustain stains. But, is that stopping you from giving a shot at your best smile at parties and pictures? There’s absolutely no need to struggle with discolored teeth.…
All of us consume a lot of dark colored foods and beverages in large amounts like tea, coffee, berries, soy sauce and an occasional glass of wine. But over the years, these foods and beverages tend to leave our teeth stained and discolored, putting a damper on our smile. So does that mean you stop consuming them? Absolutely not! You…
You’re rushing out for a morning meeting and you realize you’ve chipped a tooth! Maybe you tried opening last night’s beer bottle with your teeth! Now you’re worried and when you look a little closer, you find some of your teeth stained! So do you still head to the office or run to your dentist first? We’ve all been through…
If you’re one of the 32% of Americans who is concerned about the appearance of your teeth, we’re going to have your queries answered! Approximately 74% of Americans believe that their less-than-perfect smile serves as a challenge for job seekers. And a shocking 99.7% believe that a beautiful smile is vital in a social setting. Teeth whitening and cosmetic dentistry…
For a lot of us, our New Year’s resolution revolves around losing a few inches from the waist, so we design a new diet plan and immediately sign up for a gym membership. But do we really stick to our resolutions? Do we put in the extra hours after work to follow our new workout routine? That’s usually not the…
Is your jaw tender and constantly making clicking or popping sounds when you chew? Unfortunately all the above are symptoms of TMJ. But do you know that there are still some other unknown or unrecognizable symptoms caused by TMJ which are related to vertigo? TMJ is otherwise known as “the great imposter” as it can cause many other symptoms that are…
TThe temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in your body is a hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull. This “hinge-joint” is not only made up of muscles and bones but nerves as well. In fact, 30-40% of your body’s nerve impulses run through this joint, making it the most important joint in your body. It lets you…