What is TMJ Syndrome?

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…

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Clear Facts About Dental Implants

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…