When you have regular pain in your jaw and head, this could be related to your smile. TMJ disorder, also known as TMD, could lead to major discomfort and threaten your oral health. In today’s blog, your Pella, IA, dentist talks about how we can diagnose and treat issues like TMD with an oral appliance.
According to studies, at least 80% of the adult population in the United States suffers from some stage of gum disease. Without treatment, periodontal disease could grow in severity and eventually cause tooth loss! Fortunately, your Pella, IA, dentist can help you protect your smile and keep this serious disease at bay.
Taking care of your smile often involves much more than just brushing your teeth daily, and sometimes we depend on cosmetic dentistry to help enhance our overall appearance. Even still, your jubilant and vibrant grin would not be where it is today without the help of your preventive dental routine, and most patients could benefit… Read more »
It goes without saying that our smiles endure a significant amount of wear and tear over the years. After all, dental concerns can range from tooth decay and infection to chronic teeth grinding obstructive sleep apnea, and virtually everything in-between. Because this is the case, your dentist recommends practicing an involved preventive dental routine at home,… Read more »
There is not much out there that can be more frustrating than enduring a cosmetic stain or blemish, especially if you take strides to provide quality care for your smile. Indeed, you were probably informed at a young age that smile care is of the utmost importance, but how thorough is your at-home routine anyways?… Read more »
It goes without saying that effective dental care begins with an effective dental routine, but what exactly are we protecting our teeth from in the process? Indeed, your grin endures a significant amount of wear and tear over the years, and it seems nearly everything influences your structural integrity in a negative manner. As a… Read more »