Headaches — especially bad ones — can be incredibly debilitating, especially if they continue for days on end. But when your headache stretches from days to weeks, there’s definitely something else not working correctly in your body — and it could be as simple as the placement of your teeth.
A misaligned bite can cause problems for you, both functionally and aesthetically, but temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ) can be one of the main problems, not to mention the cause of your constant headaches.…
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Dental care has improved tremendously over the past several decades and orthodontia is an excellent example of this fact. Instead of dealing with crooked or misaligned teeth throughout their lives, more adolescents than ever are able to enjoy a more attractive smile and better dental health by having their orthodontist fit them with light-weight, comfortable braces and retainers.
But this type of improved dental care is not just for younger patients.…
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Swimming is one of the most popular activities during the summer. With summer here, it is very important that you be aware of the effects of swimming on your teeth and what you can do to protect your teeth from the chlorine. Though chlorine is safe to drink in small amounts, it can have a negative impact on your teeth when you are exposed to large amounts of it for extended periods of time, such as over the summer.…
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