Click on the TITLE to read the full article
There can be many contributory elements in the development of temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ). These can range from a misaligned bite, stress from clenching or grinding, to trauma -- such as might result from an automobile accident, a blow to the head, or a fall....
Essential oils have many benefits, from curing athlete's foot or controlling fungal infections, to helping with gingivitis. The article below discusses tea tree oil -- also known as melaleuca oil. Many patients in our office have benefited from the essential oils...
In a previous article, Foods That Are Bad For Your Teeth, I reviewed three broad categories of foods that can be detrimental to your dental health. These were sugars and sweeteners, low fat foods, and foods that contain white, especially bleached, flour. With this...
This is the first of a two-part series that discusses the effect of foods on our teeth. Part One will review those foods considered harmful to the teeth, and Part Two will discuss foods that can actually help to rebuild them. Generally, more attention is given to the...
Let’s face it: seeing a doctor – any sort of doctor – can be expensive. And dentists are no exception. But if a person’s diet and home care have been lacking, the cost of dental treatment can quickly sky-rocket. One of the problems with dental care has to do with the...
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Isn't that how the saying goes? Well, when it comes to teeth, most people really can't tell if it's broken. Consider these interesting dental tidbits: Periodontal (gum) disease is the number one cause of tooth loss world-wide....
Here is an interesting article about sleep apnea solutions. Our office provides an extensive complement of night-time apnea and snoring solutions. Ask us about aveoTSD -- the latest simple, inexpensive, and noninvasive anti-snoring medical device. Dr. W. By Brent...
In today’s challenging economic climate, people find themselves having to make every dollar they spend count. As a result, individuals considering cosmetic dental work face the additional problem of not having such procedures be covered by dental insurance. For...
"Doc, I think I have a cavity. Every time I drink some soda, my tooth hurts." Experience tells me it's certainly possible, so I'll naturally take a look - but quite often, I already know that what is causing the discomfort is an entirely different issue. Patients are...
Bad teeth may not only have negative consequences for your health, they can cost you a job. Many people with visibly unattractive teeth go through life avoiding eye contact with strangers for fear of having to smile back or even to make small talk. Not infrequently,...
by Paul Easton In today's society, people don't seem to exercise their option to consistently take in healthy food. Consequently, many people are not getting many of the critical vitamins that they require. B12 vitamins are actually one of the essential nutrients in...
by Casey Trillbar We all know the drill when we go to a new doctor's office. Provide your health insurance card and ID card for them to copy, fill out contact and emergency information, complete a comprehensive medical history form, and sign the HIPAA form. This last...