Patients of often wonder why they are suddenly getting cavities when they have not had this issue in the past. Dry mouth is a very common cause of cavities in older adults as well as being a side effect of hundreds of medications including high blood pressure, cholesterol, and allergies.  There is currently no holy grail for […]
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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) may refer to any abnormality of the jaw, lips, or resting tongue position. OMDs can cause breathing difficulties, result in speech irregularities, impact proper swallowing, and even alter the appearance of the face. They can also increase risks for developing TMJ and exacerbate symptoms for those already experiencing jaw misalignment. Myofunctional
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Cosmetic dentistry is an artform and can be used in many ways. In this case, porcelain veneers were used to design a new smile for the upper teeth which were worn and crooked as well as discolored. The lower teeth were recontoured to help improve stability and esthetics. Before Porcelain Veneers After Porcelain Veneers It
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