In recent articles on Fox News and in the New York Times, Dr. Tammy Chen, a New York prosthodontist, reports a huge uptick in incidents of tooth fractures. She has seen more fractures in the last six weeks than she has in the last six months. She attributes this uptick in fractures to stress created …
Many dentists, pedodontists among them, believe that younger people actually have a higher incidence of bruxism than adults. However, like adults, many don’t realize they are clenching or grinding their teeth as it is mostly done at night while they’re sleeping. How to Know Your Child is Grinding Their Teeth Often it is the parent …
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Teeth grinding is a problem that affects millions of Americans each year. When teeth grinding occurs, it can cause serious damage to teeth and create other oral health complications. In some cases, teeth grinding can result in fracturing or loss of teeth. Grinding wears teeth down over time, causing your teeth to not function properly. …
It seems like everyone is on-the-go these days! Staying fit plays a huge role in your physical and mental health, but with such busy schedules, finding time to work out can be a challenge. Despite what many believe, developing, and maintaining a fitness routine into a busy schedule is possible. Here’s how we would do …
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Are you tired all of the time? It’s okay, so are millions of other Americans who suffer from perpetual fatigue. Fortunately, determining the cause of your constant exhaustion can help you get your energy back! Here are some of the most common reasons for feeling tired every day and ways to combat them: Your Diet …
You wake up from what should have been a restful night’s sleep, but you are greeted with an achy jaw and mild headache. What happened last night? You may not even know it, but you could be suffering from bruxism. But don’t worry! There are millions of people just like you who are relieving their …
Want to enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic and sink your teeth into some healthy summer treats? Take advantage of the remaining warm weather to enjoy a picnic lunch with friends or family – but don’t put your health on the back burner! Traditional picnic foods can be a greasy way to add unwanted calories to …
As more than 10 million people worldwide suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), it’s a common disorder that has many different symptoms. While doctors don’t know exactly what causes TMJ and therefor can’t exactly cure it, there are cures available to alleviate the pain in the mean time. What is TMJ? As a quick reminder, …
The leaves are changing and summer clothes are being stored in the back of our closets – fall is on its way! Along with the new season, we anticipate the upcoming school year. While your child might have all the right necessities in their backpack, ask yourself, does he or she have the essentials to …
Feeling worn out lately? How you feel during the day says a lot about the quality and quantity of sleep you are getting each night. Most people are not aware that your daily lifestyle impacts your quality of sleep. There are many elements that can interfere with your sleep patterns such as stress, health, work …
