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.

Many babies are born with tongue-tie, which is a condition that restricts movement of the tongue. It is generally associated with children – but what about adults? Can they suffer from a tongue-tie as well? And if so, what kinds of symptoms will it cause? How can it be treated? The answers to all of these questions can be found below.

Dental crowns play a crucial role in restorative dentistry. With modern advancements, getting high-quality crowns has become more convenient than ever. The CEREC system enables the design, creation, and fitting of a crown all in a single day, eliminating the need for multiple appointments. Interested in learning more about this innovative technology? Here are answers to five common questions patients often have about CEREC crowns.

Your jaw is one of the most complex and important parts of your entire body—without it, you certainly wouldn’t be able to eat, speak, laugh, or enjoy life to the same degree that you do! However, when you experience issues with your jawbone, specifically issues with the joints that connect it to the rest of your skull, even the simplest, most mundane daily tasks can become difficult or even frustrating. Even talking with your family or friends can pose a challenge! Fortunately, these issues (often referred to as TMJ disorder or TMD) can be treated. Here’s more about how.

A dental crown is the most commonly used restorative procedure because of the restoration’s versatility. Whether to repair a damaged tooth or hold a bridge in place, a crown is meant to provide a long-term solution. Various factors affect the lifespan of dental crowns, like the materials used, the location of the restoration, and your aftercare routine. Here’s how long you can expect your crown to last before needing a replacement.

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The year is slowly coming to an end, and do you know what that means? Your dental insurance benefits will expire soon. Because it’s a monthly investment, it only makes sense that you’d want to make the most of your coverage while you still can. Not only will it save you plenty of money, but it can help keep your smile in optimal condition. With that in mind, here are four simple ways you can maximize dental insurance benefits.