If you are one of the millions of people who wear braces, you know how challenging it can be to properly clean your teeth twice a day. It requires more time and more precision than cleaning your teeth before braces. Braces trap food easily and create lots of spaces where plaque can form. But there […]
10 Signs You Could Have an Oral Infection (& What to Do)
Your dentist has expertise in detecting many signs of oral infection, and a semi-annual dental exam is the best opportunity to leverage it. Some infections or severities of infection qualify as a dental emergency. But what kind of infection you have counts. If you develop any of the following symptoms, you should call in and […]
Why is My Jaw Popping? It Could be TMD
Some of our patients have reported a clicking noise when they open their mouths. It can be quite mysterious to some, and you might be at a loss deciding where you might even find help for it. Fortunately, we’ve helped a few patients, as it is something your dentist can help with in some cases. […]