Smile Basics: TMJ Disorders

Have you ever suffered from a TMJ disorder? TMJ disorders refer to temporomandibular joint disorders that arise within your jaw. If a TMJ disorder has arisen, it means that the complex ball and socket joints that facilitate the movements and angles necessary for all of your jaw’s movements have been damaged. Unfortunately, due to the many mechanisms involved with a... read more »

Periodontics: Commonly Asked Questions

Periodontics is the study of the gums and inflammatory diseases that affect the functionality of the gums and surrounding tissue. It is such a specific area of study that many often have questions surrounding the profession, especially when they themselves are diagnosed with a periodontal disease like gingivitis. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions regarding gum disease... read more »