Jaw Popping and Clicking: How to Ease Jaw Tension
Millions of people every year suffer from jaw popping and clicking. Unfortunately, there isn’t a specific “cure-all” answer to this join dysfunction. However, there are ways you can release jaw tensions and fight off the pain so you don’t have to live in constant discomfort. Check them out below! Causes of Jaw Popping and Clicking […]
What Causes Canker Sores?
Canker sores are small, round ulcers found inside the mouth. Unfortunately, canker sores are pretty painful and can make eating uncomfortable. You can avoid this nasty oral wound by learning what causes canker sores and the steps you can take to prevent them. Types of Canker Sores Canker sores are usually found on the inside […]
Wisdom Teeth Dry Socket: How to Avoid
While only about 3% of patients develop a dry socket after having their wisdom teeth removed, it’s still an uncomfortable and painful issue that’s worth avoiding. Here are the causes, risks, and treatments for wisdom teeth dry sockets. Wisdom Teeth Dry Socket The “socket” is the hole in the bone left after a tooth is […]
How To: Avoid Infection After Tooth Extraction
An infection after a tooth extraction is pretty common. Why? Because our mouths are home to countless tiny bacteria that are alive and well before and after our procedure. If you’re scheduled to have a tooth pulled, make sure you practice the proper aftercare to avoid an infection. Why do you need a tooth extraction? […]
What To Do With Wisdom Tooth Abscess
An abscess is a pocket of trapped pus that can develop in your tissues, organs and other places in your body. One of the most common cases is a wisdom tooth abscess. If left untreated, an abscessed tooth can be fatal. You should contact your doctor immediately if you think you have an abscessed tooth. […]
How To Treat Swollen Gums
Even though we regularly brush and take care of our teeth, our gums may become irritated and inflamed. While there are ways to treat gum inflammation, the most important preventative step is to always take care of your teeth every night and every morning. With that said, here’s how to treat swollen gums. Common Causes […]
Acupressure For Toothaches: Top Pressure Points
Although we don’t normally associate acupressure with toothaches, it’s a great remedy to alleviate oral pain and stimulate blood flow. Acupressure provides quick relief to ongoing discomfort and pain if done correctly. Here’s how you can use acupressure for toothaches and pain. What Is Acupressure? Acupressure is a natural pain-relieving remedy that’s been used for […]
TMJ Home Treatments: Ease TMJ Pain at Home
TMJ leaves as many as 3 million Americans in pain every year. Lockjaw, tenderness, and tightness in the jaw and facial muscles are all uncomfortable symptoms of TMJ. Luckily, there are TMJ home treatments to help alleviate the side effects and general pain. The Cause of TMJ It’s hard to pinpoint the cause of TMJ […]
How An Oral Device Can Help Treat Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder that disrupts breathing during sleep. Since sleep apnea is a fairly common condition, there are a few different types of treatment options available to reduce obstruction during sleep. A sleep apnea oral device or application is one of the most common treatments, though sleep apnea treatment depends […]
TMJ Facts, Causes and Treatments
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is very important and complex sliding hinge joint that connects your jaw to your skull. It makes opening and closing your jaw possible, and you kinda need it in order to eat, speak or to make facial expressions. You see, TMJ is a joint that we don’t pay much attention to […]