What Is A Temporomandibular Disorder? And How Is It Treated?

Posted on: 12 November 2014
The term temporomandibular disorder, or TMD, is a term that refers to a group of issues that are related to muscular pain, or temporomandibular (jaw) joint inflammation. These conditions are relatively common throughout the United States. Because they are so common, and they are often not medically managed, it can be helpful for individuals who understand the signs and symptoms of the condition to get them examined. Who Experiences TMDs?
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Five Things That May Be Aggravating Your Oversensitive Teeth

Posted on: 12 November 2014
Does just the thought of chewing ice, biting into a sugar-filled confection or slurping down a hot drink give you the chills? If so, you probably suffer from oversensitive teeth, and you're not alone. One survey approximates that one in eight people has overly sensitive teeth, a result of teeth whose enamel has worn down or whose roots are exposed. Read on for a list of five things you may be doing to aggravate your already hypersensitive teeth.
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