If you have chronic jaw pain, you know how difficult eating, speaking, or even smiling can be. Many sufferers will do anything to gain relief, even surgery. But before you go down that road, consider the traditional conservative approach to temporomandibular disorders (TMD) management first. It could provide the most relief with the least risk […]
A shingles outbreak can be painful and embarrassing. It could also interfere with many areas of your life, including dental care. Chicken Pox Known medically as herpes zoster, the shingle is a viral form of chicken pox. The virus can lie dormant for many years or decades in people that had chicken pox as a child, […]
Celebrities use Twitter to connect with their fans—promoting their next project, sharing big news, and throwing a little shade. Occasionally, a tweet reveals something deeply personal about your favorite star’s life. A case in point: tennis great Serena Williams’ plea for help with her baby’s teething. “Nothing is working,” Williams told her followers on the […]
“Cut down on sweets, especially between meals” is perhaps one of the least popular words of advice we dentists regularly give. We’re not trying to be killjoys, but the facts are undeniable. Both the amount and frequency of sugar consumption contribute to tooth decay. Our concern isn’t the naturally occurring sugars in fruits, vegetables, grains, […]
