by University General Dentists Team Member | Sep 6, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry
Wisdom teeth, or your back molars, are the last adult teeth to emerge in your mouth. Many in the dentistry field think of wisdom teeth as a vestigial organ, like an appendix, for your mouth. They’re there, but you don’t need them for your daily life. You can live the...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 19, 2021 | Dentistry, Mouth Discomfort, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
Temporomandibular Joint disorder is a big mouthful, so we call it TMJ disorder for short. This muscle disorder occurs when the nerves in the muscles on either side of your head become exposed due to an improper bite, teeth grinding, and/or stress. It is incredibly...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Aug 7, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
Stress has become a major problem in today’s society, especially lately with all the uncertainties that have revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic, economic pressures, politics, and a growing abundance of health concerns. This past year, you’ve likely felt more stress...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 16, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health, Patient Safety and Wellness
These days, drinking straws are very widely used. When you get a drink out and about, a straw can give you an easy, sanitary way to drink your beverage. At most restaurants, drinks automatically come with a straw, and many people are also choosing to purchase reusable...
by University General Dentists Team Member | Jun 8, 2021 | Dentistry, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry
We’re all learning more and more about how consuming large amounts of sugar can wreak havoc on your overall health. And if you’ve ever visited a dentist, you’ve heard how sugar can be devastating to your teeth and oral health. But with all these warnings, have you...
