Wisdom Teeth Removal: What You Can Expect
Just the phrase “wisdom teeth removal” is enough to make your mouth hurt, but do you actually know what to expect during and after the procedure? Taking the time to learn more about it can reduce anxiety and help you better prepare for recovery.
Regardless of whether you’re getting some or all of your wisdom teeth removed, the information below will give you an inside look ...
Continue Reading →Understanding the Real Importance of Mouth Guards
What would you do without some or all of your teeth? As you can imagine, talking, chewing, and even smiling would be a challenge! So, how do you protect your teeth? One great way to do so is with a mouth guard.
Unfortunately, not everyone who should wear a mouth guard actually does. Whether you’re ...
Continue Reading →You’re not imagining it. That sudden twinge of pain in one or more of your teeth can, in fact, be caused by something as simple as a blast of wind, a bite of something fresh from the oven, or (what was supposed to be) a cool, refreshing treat.
You may have sensitive teeth, and if so, the problem could be here to stay. ...
Continue Reading →Teeth Grinding: Causes and Preventative Care Steps You Can Take
Whether you’re stressed or just anxious, teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, comes in many shapes and forms. And while the occasional grinding doesn’t hurt and is quite common, constant grinding can wear down your health in more ways than one.
The worst part of the condition is that it can be difficult to know ...
Continue Reading →Fall sports season is here and there are so many reasons for your child to wear a mouth guard. If your child plays a contact sport such as football, softball, baseball or soccer, please don’t forget the importance of a mouth guard. Mouthguards, also called mouth protectors, help cushion a blow to the face, minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to your lips, tongue, face or jaw. They typically cover the upper teeth ...
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How would you feel if you had an accident and lost one of more of the teeth that you smile with every day? Everything you do with your mouth – smiling, talking, eating – would change forever. As the days grow longer and the weather gets nicer, the number of sports and activity related dental injuries seen at our office increases. Mouthguards are a simple way to prevent most dental injuries. They cover the parts of your mouth that are ...
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As the calendar turns from July to August, summer activities are at their peak. No matter what type of summer adventure you’re having, be prepared in case of a dental emergency. Review this short article from the Massachusetts Dental Society that includes important summer safety tips for children’s teeth.
Some highlights: