A History of Cosmetic Dentistry
The desire for a better looking and better functioning smile has been around since ancient times. As early as 3000 BC, there is evidence that people used sticks to clean their teeth. Early toothbrushes were made of animal hair in the late 15th century. The earliest...
The Grind of Stress: How Teeth Grinding Impacts Your Health and How to Manage It
Understanding the Link Between Stress and Teeth Grinding Stress, in simple terms, is a response to any stimuli that requires us to adjust or adapt. This can be anything from a demanding job to a difficult relationship. The body’s response to stress involves the...
Watch Out for Oral Cancer
Each year, more than 30,000 Americans receive an oral cancer diagnosis. Unfortunately, less than 57 percent will live beyond five years. In fact, the death rate for oral cancer is higher than cervical cancer, Hodgkin’s disease, brain cancer, and liver cancer. Usually...
Root Canal Therapy Myths
Have you been told that you may need a root canal treatment? Are you worried because of things you’ve heard in the media about how “awful” a root canal is? Don’t worry about what you’ve heard; endodontic therapy isn’t at all what you’d think. Let’s debunk some myths!...
