Yes, you read this right. Despite always being told to regularly brush and floss you teeth for optimal oral health, the rule changes in the case of dental implants. While you still have to maintain your oral health regimen, you use a different flossing technique for dental implants. Dentists do not recommend using the regular floss
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Are missing teeth making it difficult for you to even give a smile? Are you considering dental implants as a solution, but wonder if it’s worth the money? You are especially skeptical after hearing the many stories about dental implant failure. Well, it is true that though permanent, dental implants may fail. However, the good
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Have you ever experienced TMJ pain when swallowing and wondered what could be causing it? When the temporomandibular joint or jaw joints suffer from inflammation, it can cause facial pain, especially when talking or eating. Muscles on our tongue, face, jaw, and neck join forces as we push our food down our throats. That’s why
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Have you ever experienced persistent pain in your jaw, head, or face that wouldn’t go away? Do you suffer from frequent headaches or sinus pain but aren’t sure why? The answer could be linked to a common condition known as TMJ or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. TMJ affects an estimated 10 million people in the United
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Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is a common condition affecting millions of patients worldwide. But could this condition affect more than just the jaw? Also, can TMJ affect your eyes? TMJ is a condition that causes headaches, neck pain, and discomfort in the jaw muscles that control jaw movement. It’s often caused by stress or injury
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While sleeping, you may experience various pains and aches. One of the most common muscle complaints that many people experience upon waking is jaw pain. Jaw pain is an inflammation, irritation, or movement disorder of your jaw muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Although jaw pain can indeed be frustrating, it should never be ignored. This
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