When most people think about TMJ disorder, they think of 3 particular symptoms: popping, clicking, and jaw pain. What many people don’t realize is that you can have TMJ disorder without any of those symptoms. Common TMJ Disorder Symptoms The human body works as one system, which means, when one part is out-of-balance, it can...
The truth: It’s expensive I don’t know about you, but I was not born with naturally straight teeth, which is definitely the norm. But add in the fact that I sucked my thumb for a very long time, my teeth were quite out of place. Both genetics (which are beyond our control), as well as...
Going on vacation can be tough while wearing braces. There are so many temptations on a daily basis, but vacation seems to make it harder to stay away from items on the no-no list. W have put together a list of items that will be handy to have with you at all times while you...
For many families, summer time is the best season of the year! Spending time outdoors and on family vacations are some of the most popular activities for this time of year. With school out for a couple months, summer is the perfect time to get started with orthodontic treatment, whether it’s for you or your...
Did you know that babies are born with the need to suck? Thumb, finger, and pacifier sucking are perfectly natural ways for babies and toddlers to soothe themselves. However, as the child grows, there comes a point when this comforting activity becomes and habit, causing more harm than good. While it is completely natural for...
No matter what you call the process, “braces”, “orthodontics” “getting your teeth straightened”, some of these facts about orthodontics might surprise you The word “orthodontics” is of Greek origin. Ortho means straight, or correct. Dont (don’t confuse with don’t) means tooth. Put it all together and you get straight teeth. People have had crooked teeth...
Dentists and orthodontists usually have different perspectives. General dentists look at the overall health of your child’s teeth and mouth. He or she examine how well your child is brushing/flossing and if there are any cavities. And while the dentist looks at both the upper and lower teeth, they may not be focused on evaluating...
What is an Orthodontist? Orthodontists and dentists both help patients improve their oral health, but in different ways. Dentistry is a broad medical specialty that deals with the teeth, gums, nerves, and jaw. Orthodontics is a specialty within dentistry that focuses on correcting bites, jaw alignment and growth and the straightness of teeth. Orthodontists attend...
How To Maintain A Healthy Diet In Braces Getting used to life with braces means learning what you can and can’t eat. When you get braces, you will need to change some of your eating habits because eating certain foods, such as nuts or hard candy, can damage or break your braces, ultimately leading to...
