Why a mouth guard can protect your teeth and jaw and contribute to a better night’s sleep. If you wake in the morning feeling like you were in a boxing match all night, you may be grinding your teeth. An estimated 20% of Americans unconsciously grind...
From a gentle flutter to a roof-lifting rumble, snoring can cause sleepless nights for you and your partner. More than just an annoyance, snoring may be caused by the sleep disorder Obstructive Sleep Apnea. About 90 million Americans suffer from snoring, and as many as...
As we carry our adult teeth for a lifetime, they become exposed to natural wear and tear. What causes a cracked tooth and how do you know when it’s time to call your dentist? Here are common types of cracked teeth and what to do...
Nearly 40 million Americans grind their teeth at night without realizing they are doing so. Clenching and grinding can make the simple act of eating a piece of toast uncomfortable. Over time these actions can have detrimental consequences on your teeth and jawbone. Here are...
Tooth grinding while sleeping is not uncommon and can be caused by jaw misalignment, missing teeth, illness, or situational stress. Bruxism, a more severe and constant state of teeth grinding can result in a range of physical issues from pain in the jaw joint to...
Using our mouth and teeth is an automatic and unconscious process. Quite simply our teeth are there and we use them. On the surface, teeth are a white coating called enamel. Below the surface is a complex layer of tissue and nerves that play important...
The holidays are a wonderful time of the year. Leaves turn golden, the air is crisp, and the house is filled with aromas of sugar and spice and something nice in the oven. Friends and family gather; holiday parties, potluck lunches, and sugar-frosted cookies are...
Sometimes, the cause of the pain in your teeth may be truly hidden. And by hidden, I mean it happens while you sleep, or you are simply unaware of it. Clenching, grinding your teeth while you sleep can cause tremendous damage to your teeth, as...
