Choices of dental fillingsIn past the only choice for dental fillings used to be amalgam, but this material has fallen out of favor during recent years. It has received quite bad press due to the mercury content, even though numerous studies have proven it to be safe for use. Amalgam is still a good choice for large areas of decay in molars as it is extremely hard wearing and cost-effective. In spite of this most people would prefer to have tooth...more
There are times when teeth whiteners are your only alternative to improve your smile. Discolored teeth can drastically affect your confidence in your smile. A number of methods have been developed that can quickly and effectively whiten your teeth. All of them are painless and can usually be taken care of in just one maintenance office visit. If your schedule does not allow for office visits, your cosmetic dentist can help you whiten your teeth...more
TMJ, or temporomandibular joint syndrome, is a condition affecting the cartilage around the mandible, or jawbone. One of its common symptoms is sensitivity in the adjoining teeth. Other common symptoms can include headaches and neck aches, pain around the ear, pain in the adjoining temple and cheek, spasms involving the muscles of the face, inability to open the mouth fully, and a characteristic clicking or popping noise upon opening the mouth.What Is TMJ?The temporomandibular joint is one of the most frequently used joints in the body, exercised every time a person talks, chews or swallows. Its also one of the most complex joints in the body.The joint connects the jawbone with the temporal bone, one of the many fused bones of the skull. The jawbone and the temporal bone are separated by a small cartilage disc. Every time a person bites down, he or she is exerting force on the joint. The cartilage disc exists to provide the joint with a smooth surface that minimizes friction, and also provides a wider area over which chewing forces can be distributed. TMJ is the result of displacement of the cartilage disc. This displacement stretches the sensory nerves that proliferate in the...more
Many adults find that previously white and bright teeth will eventually become stained by coffee, tea, wine, soda, and tobacco. Your teeth can even become stained by foods that are healthy for you. In fact, water that contains fluoride can even cause dark spots. This can be a problem for small children drinking water throughout childhood. Of...more
Discoloration of teeth or the simple staining of it can look ugly. Nobody likes dull and yellow teeth and it is believed to hamper your smile too. Clean and clear set of teeth is always preferred by all and nobody likes to be laughed at or mocked at due to their dental problems. So what do these people do in these cases, they prefer to hide their...more
Your smile is one of the first things noticeable about you. Whenever you talk, laugh, eat, or smile, your mouth is exposed to the public. This is why you want your mouth to look its best. When your smile needs to be corrected, brightening can be a great way to solve problems. This is why teeth whitening services are available. Every person deserves to feel happy and confident about their dental health. And now there is a way to keep your choppers looking as fresh and polished as possible. You will be impressed by their new look, and others will admire your style. There are so many products nowadays that promise to give people lighter and brighter smiles. This includes brightening strips, mouth washes, tooth pastes, and other formulas. Most of the times these products fail to deliver. None of them offer lasting results. This is why it is best to only trust professionals to provide the teeth whitening services that you deserve. A dentist will know exactly the right process that each individual needs to correct those embarrassing dental flaws. Bleaching is exactly what many people need to give their smiles that extra boost that they need. Individuals go to great lengths to achieve...more
Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy. ThichNhatHanhA smile is undoubtedly the most noticeable feature of your face. Unfortunately, many people are self conscious and do not show it off...more
Its a pretty uneasy experience if you walk into a room full of strangers looking at you for an introduction. This generally happens when you have joined a new job. Yes, its the induction process of a big corporate. You have to open your mouth, speak,...more
Have you always wanted a straighter smile, but as an adult aren't too keen about the idea of wearing traditional wire-bracket braces? You are in luck! With Invisalign's clear aligners you can now straighten your teeth without anyone even noticing...more
Retire those removable dentures and forget false teeth! The All-on-4 in Houston is a cutting-edge dental implant protocol for the treatment of edentulism (not having any teeth left) and near-edentulism. Since the procedures design in 1993 by European...more
Want to have that picture perfect sparkly white smile? Well if you hesitate to smile because of your yellowish teeth then your problem is solved. With numerous modern teeth whitening techniques you can have those sparkly white teeth which make your...more
Youve most likely heard several tales of people getting their wisdom teeth removed and most likely wondered, what are wisdom teeth for anyway? They appear rather worthless if their only purpose is to get taken away. Probably the better topic isnt...more