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Acupuncture For Bruxism

7th Jun 2020

Acupuncture For Bruxism
Acupuncture isn't new. It's a time-tested form of traditional Chinese medicine that’s been around for thousands of years. It's used to reduce pain and anxiety, improve sleep, and boost general well
Taking Dental Impressions Without Gagging

31st May 2020

Taking Dental Impressions Without Gagging
Taking dental impressions without gagging can be a struggle, especially if you have a sensitive gag reflex or anxiety about gagging. Some people struggle more with gagging than others, and it ca
Thermoplastic Night Guard

22nd May 2020

Thermoplastic Night Guard
No matter what type of night guard you choose, the purpose of a thermoplastic night guard is to protect your teeth and jaw from the symptoms of bruxism and TMJ. Nighttime teeth clenching or grin
Weighted Blanket For Teeth Grinding

17th May 2020

Weighted Blanket For Teeth Grinding
When nocturnal bruxism symptoms such as teeth grinding and jaw clenching shatter your sleep, you're often told to limit late-night caffeine and screen time, establish a solid bedtime routine, an
Night Guard With Braces

17th May 2020

Night Guard With Braces
Whether you have braces and your dentist recommended you wear a night guard (or you notice some bruxism symptoms like morning headaches or a sore jaw muscles), you might wonder what it’s like to
BPA Free Night Guard

10th May 2020

BPA Free Night Guard
If you are a first time buyer, you may be interested to know what’s in your night guard. After all, this device will be spending time in your mouth in order for it to do its job. BPA, or bisphenol
What To Do For A Cracked Tooth?

3rd May 2020

What To Do For A Cracked Tooth?
For some, it's as dramatic as a soccer ball to the face. Others are surprised by a sharp snap when they bite into their lunch, feel their tongue drawn to a tooth, or notice an odd line in the mirro
Can a Mouth Guard Help With Sleep Apnea?

25th Apr 2020

Can a Mouth Guard Help With Sleep Apnea?
If you’ve suffered from sleep apnea, you may wonder if there’s a sleep apnea treatment option that doesn’t take effort to implement. The answer is yes. Read on to see if a mouth guard for sleep
Do I Really Need a Night Guard?

18th Apr 2020

Do I Really Need a Night Guard?
Did your last visit to the dental office result in your dentist recommending a very expensive piece of plastic, otherwise known as a night guard or occlusal guard? You might be asking yourself,