Archive for the ‘ Dental Issues ’ Category

What is TMD?

Maybe you’ve heard the term TMD before, but weren’t quite sure what it stood for. TMD stands for Temporomandibular Disorder, a common disorder among many individuals that affects the joint connecting the jaw to the temporal bones of the skull. When a person suffers from TMD, the hinge that connects the upper and lower jaw […]

Why Teeth Yellow and What You Can Do About It

One of the most common aesthetic complaints that patients have regarding their smile is the color of their teeth. We are used to seeing celebrities and TV actors with perfect, pearly white smiles and come to expect that our own smiles should look the same way. It makes sense then that patients feel frustrated by […]

9 Signs That You Are Grinding Your Teeth At Night And How To Stop

Is anxiety ruining your teeth? It could be. Here are 9 signs that you’re grinding your teeth at night, and how you can stop. Grinding your teeth, officially referred to as “bruxism”, involves the involuntary gnashing, clenching, and grinding of the teeth. This can be a painful side effect of stress. Teeth grinding can contribute […]

I Chipped A Tooth- What Should I Do?

Chipping a tooth is a quick way to a big headache. Not only can having a chipped tooth amidst an otherwise healthy smile prove frustrating, it can also cause irritation and nerve sensitivity if left unchecked. So what should you do if you have a chip in your tooth? We’re looking at 4 options in […]

Mouth Guards And Sports

The winter season has arrived which means a number of children are about to begin participating in winter sports such as hockey, basketball, and wrestling.  These sports (among other sports throughout each season) pose a high risk of injury to the mouth.  The unsettling fact is that most children do not wear mouth guards while […]

The Effects Gluten Can Have on Your Teeth

Over the past few years there has been a rise in awareness surrounding Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. With all the buzz of this disease and the effects it has on an individual, we decided to look into how eating gluten can affect the health of your teeth. When an individual that is affected by […]

6 Things You Consume That Damage Your Teeth

Since childhood, everyone has been told that sugar rots your teeth.  While this is true, there are many other damaging foods out that that you should be aware of.  Let’s see if you can guess what they are. Ice Bet you didn’t see that one coming, did you?  No sugar, no additives and it’s made […]

How Teeth Can Make You Look Older

Your teeth are supposed to be and should be your ally.  They should be the white, bright representation of how you feel on the inside.  Ideally, they should be as cheerful and inviting as your own personality.  However, as we age, our teeth can easily show unwarranted signs of aging that we may not ourselves […]

Your Friendly Neighborhood Dental Health Quiz

Welcome to the first dental health quiz from the Dental Center at Easton Town Center!  We’ve provided a few questions to test your dental mental acuity.  Read through, pick your answers, and check them beneath. Good luck!   1) What is the recommendation from the American Dental Association for brushing and flossing? a) Once a day […]

Fighting Cavities With Candy

Yes, you read it right! A new confection exists that combats tooth decay. Thanks to the research and development of oral biologist Dr. Israel Kleinberg of New York’s Stony Brook University, there is an inexpensive dental product exclusively licensed to Ortek Therapeutics Inc., called BASICMints®, that keep pearly whites cavity-free for adults and children. This […]