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Persistence Pays Off in Finding Relief From Chronic Jaw Joint Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 21, 2021.
Tenderness; headaches; difficulty chewing; excruciating pain. These are a few of the symptoms you could endure with a jaw joint or temporomandibular disorder (TMD or TMJ). This group of
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Category: Oral Health
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Curb Your Carb Consumption to Boost Your Defenses Against Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 11, 2021.
You're doing the right things to avoid the return of gum disease: brushing and flossing every day, dental visits on a regular basis and watching for symptoms of another
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Category: Oral Health
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Plaque Removal is the Top Priority for Preventing or Treating Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 01, 2021.
Tooth loss is often the unfortunate conclusion to a case of untreated periodontal (gum) disease—incentive enough to try either to prevent it or aggressively treat an infection should it
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Category: Oral Health
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Brie Bella Shows Off Her Six-Month Old's Baby Teeth on Instagram
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 22, 2021.
If you're aiming for adorable camera shots, nothing beats baby photos. Even the tough guys among us can't resist oohing and ahhing over pics of their friends' and families'
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Category: Oral Health
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Follow These Tips for a More Dental-Friendly Halloween
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 02, 2021.
"Trick or treat!" Chances are, you'll hear that cry from costumed children at your door this October 31st. Fortunately, you're unlikely to be in any danger of mischief should
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Category: Oral Health
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Both Tooth Decay or Gum Disease Could Become Something Far Worse
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 22, 2021.
While mouth pain can certainly get your attention, what exactly hurts may be difficult to identify. It might seem to emanate from a single tooth, or a group of
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Category: Oral Health
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Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 13, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little
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Category: Oral Health
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Periodontal Probing Can Tell Us a Lot About the Severity of a Gum Infection
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 24, 2021.
The red and puffy gums that sometimes accompany the onset of periodontal (gum) disease don't always catch your attention. You may not even get any symptoms at all, in
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Category: Oral Health
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See How Well You're Removing Plaque With a Disclosing Agent
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 04, 2021.
You've just finished your daily brushing and flossing. How did you do? Swiping your tongue across your teeth can generally tell you: It's a good sign if it glides
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Category: Oral Health
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What We Can Learn From Those With Chronic Jaw Pain and Discomfort
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 14, 2021.
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic jaw problems. These conditions cause recurring pain for 10 to 30 million Americans, especially women of
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Category: Oral Health
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Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 04, 2021.
Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen
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Category: Oral Health
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3 Tips to Make Mealtimes More Enjoyable With TMD
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 25, 2021.
Dinnertime is a great opportunity to enjoy not only your meal, but also the company of friends and family. But a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) can drain the pleasure
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Category: Oral Health
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Practical Tips for Keeping Your Teeth Clean While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 15, 2021.
Wearing braces can pose challenges for your daily life and habits. One in particular is trying to keep your teeth and gums clean.
Braces or not, your oral hygiene needs
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Category: Oral Health
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As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 05, 2021.
The NBA's reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo may seem unstoppable, but he proved no match for a troubled tooth. Antetokounmpo, the self-proclaimed “Greek Freak,” missed one of the final three
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Category: Oral Health
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Gum Recession Can Rob You of Your Smile and Your Dental Health Too
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 26, 2021.
If it seems like your teeth are getting longer as you get older, it's unlikely they're magically growing. More likely, your gums are shrinking or receding from your teeth.
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Category: Oral Health
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Evidence Mounting That Vaping is Hazardous to Your Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 16, 2021.
It wasn't too many years ago that e-cigarettes were promoted as a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes. “Vaping” was in and “smoking” was out.
But vaping's recent link with certain
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Category: Oral Health