Many of us suffer from daytime allergies this time of year. The grass and tree pollen in western North Carolina is moderate to high for weeks in a row. We know the effects this has on us during the day, but did you know that pollen can wreak havoc on your sleep, causing snoring and exacerbating sleep apnea?…
Whether tooth pain arises suddenly or gradually, it’s unignorable. Typically sharp and short or dull and lingering, in either case, remedying it quickly is necessary as some of the reasons it may occur can be serious and detrimental to your health. Avoiding dentist appointments is not uncommon, so we’re covering seven frequent causes of tooth…
Updated January 2021 If you clench your jaw or grind your teeth at night, the effects can be excruciating and potentially damaging to your teeth. The real problem is you may suffer from headaches, facial pain, and enamel erosion without knowing why since you are grinding when you are asleep and unaware. Bruxism is the term…
The health of your teeth is crucial to your overall well-being. What happens when you experience tooth decay, or cavities, can have detrimental effects to more than your mouth. Knowing the signs will help you get to the dentist’s office faster and remedy those pesky and important issues sooner rather than later. A Cavity Explained…
