Hyland Dental Blog

A bright smile can make a powerful first impression. Whether you’re preparing for a big event or simply want to feel more confident in everyday moments, teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to refresh your appearance. While over-the-counter products may seem tempting, professional teeth whitening offers benefits that go far beyond what you can achieve at home.

Do you have imperfections in your teeth that make you feel too self-conscious to smile authentically? One of the first things others notice about you is the quality of your grin, and if you feel like yours doesn’t measure up, you might worry about being judged for your appearance.

Thankfully, your dentist offers aesthetic services that can enhance your appearance and boost your confidence! If you’re unsure whether you’re a good candidate, continue reading to learn about 3 common concerns your provider can address with one or more cosmetic procedures!

You have a TMJ disorder (also known as TMD), and it is rather bothersome. But you can’t help but wonder whether it’s worth investing in treatment. Will your disorder get worse with time, or will it mostly stay the same? What can happen if you don’t treat your TMD?

Since TMD has to do with the physical alignment of the joint connecting your upper and lower jaw, your symptoms likely won’t improve with time. In fact, you might start to experience one of the following discomforts.

If you suffer from frequent headaches, your jaw might be to blame. Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ or TMD) can cause pain that radiates from the jaw to the head, leading to what many people describe as a TMJ headache. These headaches can feel like pressure around the temples, behind the eyes, or at the base of the skull, and they can seriously impact your daily life. The good news is that there are several effective ways to find relief and prevent future headaches.

Dental crowns are a long-lasting solution for damaged or weakened teeth, but they don’t last forever. Over time, wear and tear, changes in your oral health, or even underlying issues can signal that it’s time for a replacement. Recognizing the signs early can prevent painful complications and help you maintain a healthy, functional smile.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and sleep apnea are two seemingly unrelated conditions that can, in fact, share a significant connection. While ADHD is widely recognized for symptoms like inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, many people don’t realize that sleep disturbances, particularly sleep apnea, can mimic or even worsen these symptoms. Understanding the link between the two is important for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and overall well-being.

Have you ever noticed that at any given point during the night, you’re more or less prone to waking up? That’s because your sleep cycle is actually made up of four different stages; you don’t doze off into dreamland until the very last stage! When you’re in the lighter sleep stages, sounds, light, and interrupted breathing are more likely to bother you.

Being familiar with the four stages of sleep is important for understanding how obstructive sleep apnea impacts your health and wellness, so it’s time for some sleep talk! Keep reading, and you’ll learn more about your nightly sleep cycle.

If your bedroom sounds like a lumber yard every night, it might be time to find a solution. Snoring affects nearly half of all adults at some point, especially those with sleep apnea, and it can cause more than just annoyance. From sleep disturbances to strained relationships and even health issues, snoring is a nightly nuisance that deserves attention.

So, what’s the best treatment for snoring? Continue reading to take a closer look at what causes it and what you can do to get back to quiet, restful sleep.

Your jaw is a pretty important part of you; it’s responsible for housing your teeth, which allows you to talk, eat, laugh, and smile your way through life! That said, your jawbone relies on your temporomandibular joints, or TMJ, to do everything it can do. Unfortunately, these joints are susceptible to arthritis—just like every other joint in your body. Continue reading below to learn more about how arthritis has the potential to affect the jaw, along with how these types of issues can be managed with the help of TMJ therapy.

Do you often feel like it’s troublesome to do certain normal activities, such as chewing, speaking, or simply breathing? Do you have a child who often breathes through their mouth or often sucks their thumbs? If so, then myofunctional therapy could be the solution for improving your or your little one’s quality of life. Read on to learn what this treatment is and how you can benefit from it.