Temporomandibular Disorder, or TMD (formerly known as TMJ) – it’s is a mouthful to say, but it can be a mouthful of pain for those who suffer from it. The symptoms of TMD vary widely, as well as the causes. Luckily, there are many TMD/TMJ treatment options available, so the pain in your … 
When it comes to gum disease, what you don’t know can hurt you! Periodontal disease not only affects your dental health, but scientific research reveals that it can have devastating effects on your overall health. October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and there’s no better time to brush up on your dental hygiene … 
Stress – it’s one byproduct of a busy life that’s hard to avoid. Medical research has proven too much stress can lead to problems such as anxiety, fatigue, and depression. But did you know that stress can be almost as damaging to your dental health as it is … 
The pumpkin spice latte, known as the PSL for short, is definitely the hot drink this fall (no pun intended). At the beginning of the season, coffee giant, Starbucks, had sold over 200 million pumpkin spice lattes to date. When Starbucks’ PSL became available nationally available at the beginning of September, the flavored coffee beverages were flying out of stores across the country. In fact, the … 
Calcium and phosphate are two of the most important minerals that make up tooth enamel, the hardest, most dense material in the human body. Over time, and with poor dental care, tooth enamel begins to lose its minerals, which causes the enamel to soften and eventually decay. To restore the enamel on your teeth, the doctors at … 
If you’ve ever had a canker sore, you know what a pain it can be – both literally and figuratively. Canker sores make it difficult to eat, drink, and talk, and can cause acute discomfort in the area of affliction. Our dentists at Pointe Dental Group have put together some helpful information about treating canker sores … 
If you are one of the approximately 80 million people who suffer from chronic halitosis, or bad breath, it’s likely that you often feel self-conscious in public. Conversations can be awkward and uncomfortable for you, as can sharing a kiss with a loved one. You may try to hide your bad breath with … Categories
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