Routinely visiting a dentist is critical to your oral health. But if you’ve never been to a Highland Park or University Park dentist or need to find a new one to better suit your needs, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. There are many factors to consider, like office hours, insurance, and how comfortable…

TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders can have some pretty far-reaching effects on your health. Not just confined to your jaw, these issues can often accompany other conditions, such as headaches, back pain, sleep problems, fibromyalgia, and irritable bowel syndrome.  A recent study discovered that around 11-12 million adults in the US experienced pain in the temporomandibular…

Dental emergencies can happen in many ways and without warning. Some are more urgent than others, but they all require an evaluation from a qualified dentist. Ignoring a dental emergency can significantly impact your oral health. Delaying treatment may lead to increased pain, tooth loss, or the spread of infection. Not only does this jeopardize…

While oral health is important throughout our lives, starting right after we are born, it means more than ever as we start to age. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly one in five adults over the age of 65 have experienced complete tooth loss. And, that number gets…