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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome is pain in the jaw joint that can be caused by a variety of medical problems. The TMJ connects the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull (temporal bone) in front of the ear. Certain facial muscles control chewing. Problems in this area can cause head and neck pain, facial pain, ear…
Sedation Dentistry What is Sedation dentistry ? Sedation dentistry is a simple procedure that dentists as well as other medical professionals can use on their patients during any surgery which is potentially painful or lengthy. It uses medication to put the patient in a very relaxed, dreamlike state whilst having surgery carried out. Therefore, sedation…
A diastema, or a gap teeth, can occur between any teeth and usually does not impact dental health negatively. However, when a patient has a gap between front teeth, the patient might be unhappy with the smile he shows others. A patient can pursue a few different treatment options to correct or eliminate this gap….
Why Kids Need Braces? Kids can need braces for any number of reasons, including crooked, overlapping, or overcrowded teeth, or a “bad bite” (known as malocclusion). Malocclusion is a discrepancy in the sizes of the top and bottom jaws. When the upper jaw is bigger than the lower jaw, it’s called an overbite. When the…
Dental braces are devices which are used to help align teeth and correct any problems with over or underbite. They can also be used to treat various flaws such as gaps and crowding. Traditional braces make use of metal arches and brackets placed on the front of the teeth to provide a small yet constant…
Implants are successful and effective in majority of patients treated. A natural tooth consists of a crown, and the root. It is the root in the jawbone that actually holds the natural tooth in place, but with a ligament attachment which has elasticity, or “give”. Implants become Osseointegrated or in common terms “bonded to the bone.” So this is…
With Invisalign Teen, you could be straightening your teeth without most of your friends even noticing. You don’t have to worry about sharp metal wires and brackets irritating your cheeks and gums especially handy if you play sports. And if you like popcorn or candy, go for it! With its removable aligners, Invisalign Teen lets…
If you start taking your child to the dentist at a early age, they won’t have a fear of going to the dentist in the future. Fear comes from not knowing about something or not having done something before. Don’t let your child have that fear of going to the dentist; you can start teaching…
A retainer is an orthodontic appliance (usually removable) that is supposed to be worn after your orthodontist removes your braces. When braces are removed, the teeth have a tendency to want to return back to their original positions. Retainers prevent this from happening. Most upper retainers are made of wire and hard plastic and fit…