TMD: The Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) pertain to a variety of disorders that affect the temporomandibular joints (TMJ), jaw muscles and facial nerves. TMJ are the jaw and joint muscles located on each side of the head. They are responsible for opening and closing the...

The 4 Basic Types of Dental Fillings

Dental fillings are used to seal the decayed portion of a tooth. It is also used to restore cracked or broken tooth, as well as depleted or weakened teeth. The filling seals the part of the tooth where bacteria can enter, preventing more decay. Typically, a drill is...

Don’t Let Your Age Keep You from Flossing

It’s never too late to start flossing. Older adults can still floss and they would greatly reap its benefits, as they are susceptible to gum disease. Why are older adults prone to gum disease? Aging. Gums will sooner or later start to recede as a person ages. Promote...