Bruxism, jaw clenching, and teeth grinding can occur while you are awake (awake bruxism) and while you’re sleeping (nocturnal bruxism). There can be several underlying causes of bruxism, one of the most common being stress. Talking to your dentist or doctor about bruxism is the best way to ease your symptoms and stop bruxism in…
Oral pain of any kind can be disconcerting. It’s hard to know why you have pain, and there could be multiple factors at play. Sore gums after a dental cleaning are normal. In fact, sometimes they can be a good sign. Sore Gums? Don’t Panic If you have ever experienced soreness in your gums after…
We’re in the thick of winter here in Alabama. For most people, this means heavy coats, wool socks, and maybe even a toboggan with your favorite team’s logo. Although our winters may not be the harshest in the country, we still have our favorite ways of staying warm, including enjoying our favorite hot beverage. Whether…
American stress levels reached an all-time high this past year. The pandemic introduced us to a new way of life and, for some of us, we had to find new ways of managing the increased stress in our daily lives. According to a recent New York Times report, migraines, sensitive teeth, and jaw pain were…
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease and the initial stage of periodontal disease. It’s characterized by swelling and inflammation of the gum tissue, specifically red, puffy gums that bleed when you brush or floss your teeth. While you, along with many other Americans, may be tempted to think you don’t have to worry…
Chances are, you were told to brush your teeth and floss every day since you can remember and by now, it’s probably just second nature (well, maybe not the flossing part for some of us). However, it’s important that you understand just how important your oral health routine is—and that you aren’t just doing it…
You know that nagging feeling you get when your breath doesn’t seem as fresh as it should be? Everyone experiences it. And if someone says they haven’t, well, they’re probably lying. For some of us, maybe our friends, family, or coworkers are confrontational enough to flat out tell us our breath is bad. Regardless, Americans…
Neglecting your oral health can lead to drastic medical consequences. Your oral health directly affects the rest of your body as a small component in a bigger system. One of the most common types of poor oral health that Americans face today is gum disease. According to a 2012 study by the CDC, nearly 50%…
The holiday season brings plenty of joys with it. You gather with family around the fireplace, share good meals together, and maybe even indulge in a few too many of those candies your aunt brought to the party! It’s no secret that candy is bad for your teeth, right? But have you ever wondered why…
We all know the dental hygiene basics: brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day and floss regularly.—but one factor of dental health that’s a little less known is gum disease. Millions of people suffer from the effects of gum disease, and its symptoms are problematic because they largely go unnoticed until you’re checked…
