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Without question, the effects of bulimia on oral health can be dramatic, as frequent vomiting causes inflammation of salivary glands, dry mouth, sensitivity, red sores on the tongue, and small broken blood vessels beneath the palate. Yet, bulimia also proves devastating to dental health, as acids from vomiting erode tooth enamel, particularly in back teeth…

Losing a natural tooth is never a welcome circumstance. However, it can happen due to a variety of reasons, ranging from a sudden mouth trauma to severe decay. Nonetheless, you may be under the assumption that it is okay to be without a single missing tooth. If the gap is in the back of your…

Did you know? The condition of your mouth reveals important clues pertaining to your overall health. In fact, certain oral indicators provide information relating to diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy concerns, and more. This is why dental professionals are devoting more time and attention to patient education. While taking care of your teeth is necessary to…

While the number of Americans suffering from Osteoporosis continues to soar, the number of individuals at risk for bone fractures and bone loss also increases. In turn, the use of anti-resorptive medications is also on the rise, as doctors attempt to help strengthen bones and prevent further bone deterioration in those at risk. Whether these…

While you may consider nail biting to be a harmless habit, dental professionals are asking you to think again. The Academy of General Dentistry reports that children and adults that bite their nails are putting their dental health at risk. Surprising to some, the stress of nail biting has the ability to crack, chip, and…

Despite much advancement in dentistry and a greater devotion to patient education, millions of Americans continue to suffer tooth loss. While options for replacing missing teeth were once limited to bridges or dentures, dental implants have become the gold standard solution and a remarkable way for patients to invest into their future oral health. To…

If you’ve ever noticed that your teeth are coated with a fuzzy-like film after eating, you also know that brushing and flossing your teeth can remove it, most of the time. Yet, when allowed to remain on the surface of teeth, this white pasty substance, known as plaque, can harden into a calcified version called…

Though considered rude in many contexts, burping is the body’s natural way of releasing gas in the stomach and intestines. While gases develop as a result of bacteria from food as it breaks down, eating or drinking too quickly, chewing gum, smoking, or even wearing loose dentures can also produce gas in the stomach. Yet,…

When patients develop a serious form of gum disease called Periodontitis, they typically experience sensitivity in their teeth and gums. In turn, they may notice bleeding while brushing. A closer look at their gums may reveal redness and inflammation. In many cases, dentists suggest a form of periodontal treatment, depending on the severity of the…

Characterized by pain and tenderness in the face and jaw, clicking or popping sounds, trouble chewing, or an overall sense of tiredness in the face, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, or TMD, affects more than 3 million individuals each year. Yet, while TMD is common, it is widely misunderstood, as dental professionals do not know the exact…