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Best and Worst Drinks Before Bedtime

29th Mar 2022

Best and Worst Drinks Before Bedtime
According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults do not get the recommended 8 hours of sleep per night. With busy schedules and stressful lives, sleep can often go by the wayside. Fortunately, there are simp
Oral Thrush From Night Guards

27th Mar 2022

Oral Thrush From Night Guards
Bruxism is often accompanied by worries about cracked or broken teeth and aching jaws. Unfortunately, oral thrush from night guards is another concern. This infection causes white spots on the i
Long Term Effects Of Teeth Grinding

26th Mar 2022

Long Term Effects Of Teeth Grinding
If you have bruxism, you’re probably familiar with its short-term effects, including jaw muscle soreness, headaches, and fatigue from disrupted sleep. In addition to immediate discomfort, bruxism c
Should I See a Doctor or Dentist for TMJ?

19th Mar 2022

Should I See a Doctor or Dentist for TMJ?
If my throat is sore, I call a doctor. If I have a toothache, I call the dentist. What about temporomandibular joint disorder? TMJ disorder seems to straddle the line between medical and dental hea
Gua Sha For TMJ

13th Mar 2022

Gua Sha For TMJ
Gua sha is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that has long been used to relieve muscle tension in the face, improve blood circulation, decrease bloat, and more. More recently, gua sha has gai
TMJ After Braces

12th Mar 2022

TMJ After Braces
Bite alignment is always a concern when people are fitted for orthodontic devices. After all, the goals of orthodontic treatment are a beautiful smile and a healthy bite. However, if you use a ret