Any pain in the facial area is difficult to deal with, particularly if it is severe, frequent and interferes with your daily life. Jaw pain, a common complaint from men and women of varying ages, is especially challenging, as the discomfort may indicate one or more different conditions. In order to find sustainable relief for continuous […]
An intriguing connection in the world of medical research has spurred a number of case studies on the subject of gum disease and arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis, also known as RA, affects approximately 1.5 million adults in America. This debilitating autoimmune disease causes inflammation within the joints, resulting in intense pain, diminished flexibility and, in some […]
Nearly everyone, at least once, is likely to experience the pain, inconvenience and worry of a toothache at some point in their lives. Pain in the mouth is particularly difficult to ignore, especially when it is severe enough to distract you from your daily activities. When it hurts to eat, drink, speak or even breathe, […]
Patients who have undergone oral surgeryrequire special nourishment during recovery in order to ensure proper healing and good general health in the weeks and months following surgery. During this time, the body’s nutritional needs change dramatically as it works to heal, but certain oral surgery procedures may make it difficult to consume the appropriate types and […]
A mouth guard is a dental device worn to protect the teeth and gums from trauma while playing sports or other recreational activities. A night guard is a mouth guard specifically designed to prevent bruxism, or grinding of the teeth, while sleeping. Both types […]
According to the National Cancer Institute, oral cancer is defined as the development of malignant cells that destroy healthy tissue in one or more areas of the mouth, including the tongue, cheeks, lips, sinuses, throat, the floor of the mouth and both the soft and hard palates. Oral cancer, if not treated in a timely […]
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association and dental professionals in every area of specialization strongly encourage the early teaching of proper oral health habits. Children who grow up in an environment in which healthy habits are emphasized typically encounter fewer oral health issues in their teen years and in adulthood. When to Start Teaching Oral Hygiene Habits […]
While traditional medical doctors and dentists have the license, experience and skills necessary to treat patients for a variety of conditions, only oral surgeons possess the certification and abilities required to address more serious and complex dental circumstances. Also called maxillofacial surgeons, their focus lies in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries, diseases and other conditions that affect […]
A dental emergency is defined as any injury to the gums, jaws or teeth. Even an injury that seems mild at the time of the causal event may be serious if not treated properly by a qualified dental professional. Injuries that are ignored for any substantial amount of time may result in a more severe […]
Prognathism refers to a structural abnormality of the face that causes a marked protrusion of either the upper or lower jaw. Maxillary prognathism, also known as an overbite, is more common and not always as noticeable as mandibular prognathism, more commonly known as an underbite. This condition frequently causes the teeth of the lower jaw […]
