Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome, or TMJ, can be a painful condition that requires special attention and treatment to alleviate the debilitating symptoms. TMJ is a misalignment of the temporomandibular joint. The temporomandibular joint is located near the temple and is where the mandible meets with the upper jaw. Over time, this misalignment can cause muscle spasms, [...]
Tooth fillings, unlike diamonds, do not last forever. An amalgam filling will survive about twelve years and a composite filling even less. A leaky filling occurs when the side of the filling does not fit snugly against the tooth. Saliva and debris in the mouth may lead to infection, deteriorating the connection between filling and [...]
Although oral health is universally recognized as an important part of your overall health, many people still are unsure of whether to go ahead and get dental implants. The process of getting dental implants may even be somewhat frightening. Good information usually resolves these concerns, so this article will address the most common questions for [...]
If you have been putting off going to the dentist because the thought of sitting still in a chair while someone pokes around in your mouth terrifies you, then you may be interested in learning more about sedation dentistry. With sedation dentistry, you can get through the procedure while you are in a state of [...]
The Zoom teeth whitening system is a bleaching treatment for stained or discolored teeth. You can quickly and easily improve the aesthetics of your smile by choosing this procedure. A bright smile appears healthy, and it can give you immeasurable confidence. The Zoom system safely lightens tooth enamel and can be performed in a professional [...]
It is estimated that more than 100 million American adults have missing or lost teeth. Until recently, their only tooth replacement options were bridges or dentures. Bridges require surrounding teeth be altered to support the replacement tooth or teeth, while dentures merely recreate the appearance of teeth without the functionality or comfort of real teeth. [...]
In the past, people who had missing, broken or unsightly teeth had to go to multiple dental appointments and endure several minor surgeries in order to have them replaced with dentures. Traditional dentures only work to correct the appearance of the teeth, but they do nothing to improve their function. After receiving dentures,,most people are [...]
CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) 3D is a technology that allows a dentist to construct the restoration of a damaged tooth in a virtual image, which is then used as a guide to make the actual restoration. This means the repair can usually be done in one visit, with no delay to wait [...]
The acronym TMJ, or temperomandibular joint, is a term used when speaking of the jaw joint and the surrounding soft tissues. Treatment depends greatly on the views of the professional that is consulted. Some doctors prescribe muscle relaxers, NSAIDs or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, even antidepressant medication. Ibuprofen and other non-prescription pain medicine may provide short-term [...]
Like any other ailment or disease, Temporal Mandibular Joint syndrome (or TMJ) doesn’t affect the well prepared nearly as much as those who do not act. Through rehabilitative exercises, surgery,or a combination of the two, any person suffering from TMJ can get their jaw and their life back to full strength and motion. As it [...]