The word “Root canal” sounds like anathema to many people. It is usually associated with excruciating pain, a harrowing dental procedure, or to those holistic-minded who have delved into the Weston Price controversy, a formula for poor health and a … Continue reading
… and where do they come from? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ, for short) is the jaw joint that connects the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull (temporal bone) in front of the ear. Certain facial muscles that control chewing are … Continue reading
(Section 2 of the Jaw Orthopedics Series) In section 1, we discussed the incidence of a deep bite in growing children and its implications on the development and health of a child. A deep bite relates to the vertical length … Continue reading
(Section 1 of the Jaw Orthopedics Series) An important aspect with children’s dentition is identifying their dental and jaw growth patterns, precisely during the rapid phase of growth. Here we will concentrate on childhood sleep apnea and its relation to … Continue reading
The tight ligament that attaches the upper lip to the gums is called the labial frenum. The one attaching the tongue to the base of the mouth is the lingual frenum.This article describes the procedure to employ if either frenum is too tight. Continue reading
This young boy came in with a very common trauma, a blow to the front teeth with a large chip. The nightmare of parents. Provided the visit to the dentist is as soon as possible, and a laser is utilized, … Continue reading
We all know the procedure when it is time to get a crown or an onlay: After the tooth is prepared an impression is taken with a tray. This one may be needed to be taken multiple times and sometimes … Continue reading
Bruxism is the term describing nighttime tooth grinding or jaw clenching. This can result in tooth wear, gum recession, and morning headaches or stiff muscles. Most of the time we are not aware that we clench or grind at night. … Continue reading
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Sleep Dentistry There is probably, in my opinion, no other condition that impacts general health as much as sleep apnea does. Imagine that during your sleep someone chokes you for a whole minute, and repeats this … Continue reading