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What is Bruxism?

Teeth Clenching & Bruxism Bruxism is when you clench (tightly hold your top and bottom teeth together) or grind (slide your teeth back and forth over each other) your teeth. Causes People can clench and grind without being aware of it during both the day and night, although sleep-related bruxism is often the bigger problem […]

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Root Canals- What ARE They?

What is Root Canal Treatment? Your teeth are composed of four different types of tissues: pulp, dentin, enamel, and cementum.   The pulp, or the innermost portion of a tooth, consists of connective tissue, nerves, and blood vessels, which aid in the development of the tooth. In cases where the pulp becomes badly decayed or infected, […]

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Caring for Your Smile- Your Guide to Proper Brushing and Flossing

While you may follow a regular brushing and flossing routine, you might not be going about it the right way. Incorrect brushing and flossing can be detrimental to your oral health and can result in various issues such as bad breath, a receding gum line, tooth decay, and tooth loss among many more. Flossing Plaque […]

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Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity

Sensitive teeth are not just a discomfort- hypersensitivity can result in sharp, temporary pain associated with both hot and cold food and beverages, sensitivity when brushing, an unpleasant reaction to sweet or sour foods, or even a breeze of cold air.  Developing sensitive teeth can happen to anyone- the erosion of tooth enamel or exposed […]

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Oral Health and Overall Health

There’s an old saying that states your eyes are the window to your soul. When it comes to oral hygiene, your mouth is the window to your overall health. The state of your dental health comes with many consequences. Increasing evidence shows correlations between poor oral health and a decline in general health. Prevention, through […]

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