12 Days of Christmas – Day 12 On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me…a new year of smiles We are so honored to have served the Michigan community for four generations and we look forward to all the days and patients to come.
Bruxism is the medical term referring to the grinding of teeth or the clenching of jaws. It’s a condition that affects many people though not many are aware of the problem. You can clench and grind without knowing it. Bruxism often occurs during sleep though it can take place any time of day. The cause… Read More »
Certain food and drinks work against us when it comes to keeping a shining white smile. Brightly colored beverages and bites are often the biggest offenders, yet you may be surprised at some of the other culprits that make the list. Most teeth staining is caused by chromogens. Chromogens are intensely pigmented molecules that latch… Read More »
Severe headaches, recurring neck pain, jaw tension.. these are just a few of the serious—and painful—symptoms that can occur with temporomandibular joint disease (TMD or TMJ). Millions of people suffer from the disorder and are very familiar with the pain and discomfort it can cause. Treatment is available, yet too many people wait to have… Read More »
That’s a question we hear a lot. Here are the definitions and how the two terms differ: TMJ TMJ is an abbreviation for the anatomical term temporomandibular joint. The temporomandibular is the joint formed where the upper jaw (maxillary) and lower (mandible) jaw meet. The joints are comprised of muscles, tendons, and bones and they… Read More »
Are you unhappy with the look of your smile? Interested in straightening out your teeth? You are not alone – the desire to correct teeth alignment is a common one (and something we specialize in!). In fact, fixing teeth problems can provide potential benefits for both your dental health and overall health, not to mention… Read More »
An apple a day keeps the doctor away but which foods work for the dentist? We love to see you in our office for preventative check-ups and specialty visits but in between, there are a few “Dos and Don’ts” of eating that can help you enhance your smile. Do Eat… – Brown rice and whole… Read More »
Are you overly tired during the day? Waking up in the morning with a dry mouth or headache? Snoring so loudly that you disturb not only your own sleep but also that of your partner? You may be experiencing sleep apnea and you are not alone. Sleep apnea affects more than ten million people according… Read More »
Did you know that our happy patients live all across Michigan? We take great pride in the work we do and in the relationships we form with our patients. For over 30 years we’ve been performing premiere Michigan dentistry and helping individuals create smiles they love. Our offices may be located in Grand Rapids but… Read More »
The easiest way to look younger? Smile! The muscles we use to smile lift the face and make us appear younger so smiling is the easiest way to bring about a more youthful appearance. (It’s good for your immune system, stress reduction, and mood improvement too!) But beyond flashing a grin, there are a few… Read More »
