What is TMJ and how do you treat it?
TMJ or temporomandibular joint disorder occurs as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint, and surrounding facial muscles. Pain in the jaw may be excruciating and in some cases, TMJ may go [...]
Sports Injuries and Your Oral Health – Are You Protected?
With the return of warm summer weather, many of us are eager to get back to our favourite sports and outdoor recreation activities. Before you or your child hits the field, reduce your risk of [...]
Bad Oral Habits to Avoid
We all have habits, good or bad, whether we’ve had it since we were young or something new we just acquired. They become a part of us and sometimes bad habits can affect us negatively in [...]
Pandemic Bruxism: Is Pandemic Stress Affecting Your Teeth?
Dental professionals around the world have noticed a significant rise in teeth grinding since the start of the pandemic. As a result of increased stress, they are seeing more patients with signs [...]
Dental Implant vs. Bridge: Which Tooth Replacement Option Is Right for You?
Losing a tooth can dramatically affect your smile and your self-esteem. It can also make it difficult to eat certain foods. Whether you are missing a tooth because of genetics, decay, gum disease [...]
Gum disease patients 9 times more likely to die from COVID-19
A recent study has found more correlation between oral health and COVID-19. Patients who suffer from periodontitis or gum disease are 9 times more likely to die from COVID-19 and 3 times more [...]
5 ways clear aligners can improve your smile and your health
When you think about straightening teeth with braces or clear aligners, attractive, picture-perfect smiles probably come to mind. But did you know that straighter teeth don’t just look better, [...]