Between the ages of 6 and 12, a malocclusion, or bad bite, may become evident in your child. As adult teeth begin to develop, your child may experience crowding (teeth too close together), too much space in between the teeth, protruding teeth, jaw problems, or extra or missing teeth. Some of these problems are caused...Read More
We all are guilty of staying up later in the summer– there’s more to do, and more daylight to enjoy. However, once kids are back in school, wake-up times become earlier for everyone, and it is really important to adjust bedtime to be sure everyone in the family is getting the sleep they need. Kids...Read More
There are several components to choosing the right toothbrush for you. There is no special brand or correct brush that will work miracles in your mouth, but there are a couple of factors to consider when shopping to replace your brush. Size Your toothbrush should be able to reach even the most narrow spaces in...Read More
We have discussed TMJ in the past, but neuromuscular dentistry is also a popular buzzword in the dental world today. Treating jaw pain and headaches through neuromuscular dentistry is highly successful and produces lasting results. Neuromuscular dentistry operates on the principle that the teeth are meant to align in a certain way, and many people’s...Read More
Recent sleep apnea studies have found that the diligent use of a CPAP machine for the treatment of sleep apnea is linked to a modest decrease in blood pressure. The studies are really only preliminary, but bring a lot of interesting questions and possibilities to light. The researchers are discussing performing the study using other...Read More
Our society has a thing for sugar. Often foods labeled low fat have added sugar to make them taste better. Instead of fruit, we eat fruit snacks or drink fruit juice. Even our “health foods” are often processed and full of added sugar. Check the label on your favorite iced tea, coffee drink (frappuccinos, we...Read More
Most people, especially parents, are well-versed in handling most common first aid situations. However, are you confident in what to to for a dental emergency such as a cracked or lost tooth, or a dislocated jaw? Below are some common dental emergencies and what steps you should take to deal with them. Remember that the...Read More
If you’ve read any health news today, you have probably read the recent articles discussing a possible link between dental x-rays and benign brain tumors. And yes, we saw that too, and actually we’re are glad this new information has come out. Reducing radiation exposure is something we’ve been focused on for the last 10 years in...Read More
April is National Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and a great time to become aware of the signs and symptoms of oral cancer–one of the only types of cancer that is on the rise rather than the decline. This is mostly from lack of awareness. People often don’t talk about oral cancer, or get screened often...Read More
Even before the book “French Women Don’t Get Fat,” Americans have noticed that other cultures have healthier statistics, longer lifespans, and the ability to stay fit without joining a gym! We sometimes exaggerate, however some other cultures with longer incidences of breast cancer, heart disease, or obesity, do have some practices that we could learn...Read More
