Monthly Archives: August 2011

Sleeping With Bruxism…

Teeth grinding is clinically referred to as Bruxism.  This is the act of consciously or unconsciously clenching/grinding your teeth, especially at night while you are sleeping.  Bruxism could disrupt your sleep as well as your companions. For all intensive purposes, … Continue reading

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Should You Get A Second Opinion?

While many patients may never question their dental care, some are choosing to seek a second opinion when they aren’t comfortable with their provider, the diagnosis, or their treatment options. Dentistry is both an art and a science, there are … Continue reading

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Is Your Oral Health Contributing To Heart Disease?

There is an increasing amount of information on the correlation between the health of the mouth and the overall body. Bacteria that enters the mouth and establishes itself in the oral cavity is being found in other parts of the … Continue reading

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Do You Suffer From Dental Anxiety?

People of all ages and backgrounds are affected by dental anxiety. This doesn’t stop most people from visiting the dentist, but others would prefer to suffer from a toothache than have dental treatment. Being nervous about going to the dentist … Continue reading

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Caffeine And The Dental Patient

Caffeine is a natural and legal psychoactive drug that stimulates your brain and behavior. The effects depend on the personality of the user, on the immediate environment, and even the time of day. Caffeine comes in many forms but the … Continue reading

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