Some people seem to be able to bite into something extremely cold – say a popsicle or ice cream bar – without a second though. Others find even the thought of such an activity to be completely cringe-worthy. Trigger foods may include hot, sour, or sweet delicacies in addition to cold ones. Pella, IA dentist,… Read more »
Category: Preventive Dentistry
TMJ Issues Often Supply a Laundry List of Symptoms
We recently spoke about TMJ pain and temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). The basic abilities of eating, speaking, yawning, and chewing properly and in a pain free manner are at risk when TMJs aren’t healthy. TMD is often extremely uncomfortable and unpleasant. Inflammation and irritation of the joints and muscles in your jaw can come along… Read more »
Mouth Anatomy Lesson from Pella Dentist
Do you give much thought to the parts of your body, or do you consider yourself as one whole? If you break the anatomy down, there are many parts that function to make up such a well-oiled machine. Even just within your mouth, the tissues and teeth and nerves and pulp make up complex structures… Read more »
Pella Dentist on Treating TMJ Earaches
Do you suffer from chronic earaches? If you have persistent ear pain, you may need to see your Pella dentist. Many people suffer from constant ear and headaches might be experiencing symptoms of a common, and painful, dental problem. TMJ disorder causes a popping in the jaw and make eating and talking difficult. This issue… Read more »
Pella Family Dentist: Cranberries Benefit Teeth
The time for giving thanks sneaks into existence this week. Although time rapidly burned away in 2012, new research might make the whole year worthwhile. Now begins the time when families travel miles and miles to see old friends and relatives to share in a holiday feast. A study from the University of Rochester indicates… Read more »
Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Brush?
Gum bleeding has had some misconceptions when it comes to oral hygiene. Some people believe they are just brushing too hard or that a minor mouth injury like a pizza burn has become irritated. While both of these are plausible reasons for bleeding during brushing, continued bleeding is not normal. If your gums bleed often,… Read more »