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What you need to know about dental implants and bone health. You may have heard the words “dental implant” mentioned before, and may have even heard that implants are the gold standard for modern-day tooth replacements. But what exactly is a dental implant? A dental implant is a device that is surgically implanted into the…

Don’t let a partner’s snoring keep you from a good night’s sleep. Do you have a sleep partner who snores? Is it keeping you up at all hours of the night? Snoring can disrupt healthy sleep for the snorer and their partner, and sleep deprivation is a real side effect. The fatigue can affect day-to-day…

Have you ever woken up in the morning and felt like your mouth was stiff? Do you catch yourself clenching your jaw, especially when you are stressed? Does your jaw hurt, or perhaps you have noticed that your teeth have come sensitive when eating? If you’re answering yes to one, or more, of these questions,…

One thing is for certain—we all need great dental care. But the truth is that not all dentists are the same. Sure, they’re all held to certain ethical standards and must practice nonmaleficence (do no harm), but other characteristics might make one dentist a better fit for you and your family than another. Let’s examine…

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…

Preventive dentistry plays an essential role in safeguarding your oral health. Instead of being left to fend off issues like tooth decay and gum disease as they arise, preventive dentistry seeks to stop those issues from happening in the first place, and a dentist in University Park, Texas, will provide that care every time you…

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is more common than you might think, affecting between 5% and 12% of the population. If you’re experiencing headaches, jaw pain, or strange clicking sounds when you chew, you could be one of the many dealing with temporomandibular joint disorder.  This article will explore five signs that may indicate TMJ, helping…