Straightening your smile is more than aligning the teeth for aesthetics. When you are working with an orthodontic provider, a skilled doctor also evaluates your bite and jaw position. Ultimately,…
Few people are born with perfect teeth, and misalignments of the teeth and jaw can occur both at birth or during early childhood. Underbites, a type of malocclusion, are one…
When it comes to correcting bite alignment issues, the options for treatment dwindle down with age and severity. Although a quick, easy, and painless fix to our bite problems would…
A few years ago, The New York Times’ Paul Sullivan told the story of a New Yorker in her early 30s who had ground her teeth for years while sleeping. Over time…
Jaw pain can detract from your enjoyment of life. Distracted by the discomfort, you may find yourself unable to focus at work or enjoy your time off. The good news…
Your face is the number one way that people distinguish you from others. It’s what makes you unique. Plus facial structure affects how others perceive you and whether they view…
There’s a clear correlation between oral health and overall well-being. A study by the American Dental Association finds that 23 percent of adults are embarrassed because of the condition of…
It’s no secret that pregnancy has an enormous impact on a woman’s body. It’s important to know about and prepare for these changes. Moms who are unprepared to deal with…
Your teeth. They have evolved for the purpose of making food digestible. And yet, teeth have become more than just parts of your mouth with a specific biological function. They…
Science fiction author Aldous Huxley once wrote on what it means to be enthusiastic in old age: “The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into…
Millions of Americans are missing out on much-needed sleep. In fact, between 50 and 70 million people nationwide have some form of sleep disorder, according to a study led by…
People from all walks of life suffer from varying medical maladies. Celiac Disease, Diabetes, and Arthritis are three common disorders that, if not controlled, can greatly affect aspects of daily…
Can you guess which part of your body gives some of the most detailed information about who you are and how you have lived? Bet you didn’t guess it’s your teeth.…
Your self-image is critical to having a healthy level of self-confidence — and nothing quite impacts your self-image as much as your smile. As Lisa Whellams at Mental Health Matters…