Age can change your body in many ways, and your teeth are no exception. As you grow older, the protective outer layer of enamel begins to thin. As a result, more of the yellow dentin underneath can shine through, giving them a more stained or tinted appearance.

But discoloration isn’t the only oral issue that can leave you looking more mature than you feel. Chronic teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can also impact your facial structure. Continue reading to learn how this subconscious habit might detract from your looks and what you can do to prevent it!

Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are located just in front of your ears, connecting your jaw to your skull. The hinge-like joints allow you to open and close your mouth and make other movements necessary for your quality of life. Unfortunately, the joints can function incorrectly for various reasons. Recurring jaw pain is a common sign of a TMJ disorder. Although anyone can experience jaw dysfunction, researchers have found an increased risk for women. Not to mention, symptoms are also more severe. If you’re a woman suffering from jaw pain, here’s what you need to know about TMJ disorders.

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Many people associate sleep apnea with chronic snoring. Although snoring is a common symptom of the breathing disorder, it’s the least of your concerns if you have sleep apnea. Believe it or not, you can experience potentially deadly complications with no treatment. Here’s why you should seek treatment for sleep apnea right away.

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Are you ready to join over 500,000 people this year who are investing in dental implants? With over a 95% success rate and a lifespan of 30 years or more, you’ll never have to worry about replacing your missing teeth again. As the only solution to mimic both the tooth root and the crown, you’ll enjoy a solution that looks and feels natural. Although most people with good oral and general health can benefit from dental implants, they aren’t right for anyone. Here are the key characteristics of a good dental implant candidate.

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Thanksgiving is that special time of year when friends and families across the country gather to feast, enjoy each other’s company, and celebrate all the things they have to be grateful for. While the traditional spread is a tried-and-true crowd-pleaser, some of the food items it contains can be harmful to your teeth. Here are a few ways you can swap out some of these for smile-friendly options that will have everyone at the table getting second helpings.

The relationship between sugar and oral health is no secret – it’s often painted as a threat by toothpaste ads and dentists alike. But is this justified, and does it mean total abstinence from sugar is the only way to achieve a healthy smile?

Continue reading to learn the complexities of sugar and its impact on your teeth.

If you’ve been indulging in all that the world has to offer, you may have a cavity or two. If you’ve neglected your dental health as well, chances are you may have at least one severely decayed tooth. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as much as 29 percent of people have severe decay in their teeth. Dental crowns are the answer to this.

If you fit into this statistic, you may need a dental crown, but what is the process like? Continue reading to find out.

Dental implants have a level of durability that can sometimes be a little bit hard to believe. When people hear that over 95% of them last for 20 years, and that many of them last a lifetime, it sometimes comes as a massive shock.

People often have questions about whether their dental implants could run into problems. For example, some patients wonder whether they should be worried about their dental implants rusting. Here’s what you should know about that possibility.

Keeping your teeth and gums healthy requires a solid oral hygiene regimen, which starts with visiting your dentist every six months for a checkup and extends to consistently brushing and flossing at home. However, those aren’t the only ways you can help prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and even serious dental emergencies. To avoid dental damage, you should also follow your dentist’s lead. For example, here are a few things your dentist never puts in their mouth.

Dealing with a dental emergency is never fun, but even if you’re in pain, the least you can do is to not make your situation any worse. Unfortunately, even that can be too much more for some people.

Some people will do anything to avoid the dentist, and oftentimes their DIY treatment only makes matters worse. Here are some dental emergencies that didn’t have to be as bad as they turned out to be. Word of warning: some of these cases are a little graphic.