Jul 24, 2021 | Common Conditions, Oral Health
As many as 12% of people in the United States experience chronic jaw pain at some point in their lives. For many of these people, the culprit is the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Stiffness, clicking and persistent pain are all hallmarks of TMJ, and they’re not easy...
Feb 15, 2020 | Common Conditions, Oral Health, Preventative Dentistry
Vaping and e-cigarettes have become very popular over the last few years. One reason for this surge of popularity is the promise of fewer health risks than those posed by cigarettes. However, many people do not consider how the chemicals in an -e-cigarette can...
Sep 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Teeth
As strange as it sounds, it’s surprisingly easy to overlook a cracked tooth. Many cracks are invisible to the naked eye, and some of them may not even show up on a dental x-ray. This doesn’t mean that a cracked tooth should be ignored, however. A crack in...
May 15, 2019 | Common Conditions, Oral Health
Good oral hygiene is important for the health of your teeth, mouth, and gums. Aside from brushing and flossing your teeth, brushing the tongue is another important habit for good dental care. Have you ever heard of brushing your tongue? Here is what Drs. Edwin Kim and...
Feb 2, 2019 | Common Conditions, Oral Health, Teeth
Cavities are a natural nemesis when it comes to healthy teeth and gums. The foods and drinks that we consume may nourish our bodies, but the particles left behind can eat away at your oral health little by little. Fortunately, it’s not difficult to stop this...
Dec 15, 2018 | Common Conditions, Gums, Teeth
Teething can produce a variety of symptoms in our little ones. However, some of the symptoms attributed to teething may in fact be caused by another childhood ailment. Interestingly, the stress caused by teething can often make babies susceptible to colds and stomach...
