Have you ever been woken up by the dull crunch of your own gnashing teeth? Did you simply shrug it off only to find that, come morning, you had an awful pain in your jaw? You could be suffering from Bruxism, or teeth grinding. Bruxism is a form of Occlusal Parafunction, which is a term given to oral behaviours that …
The Important Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer
The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a bit of a modern menace. Within the past few years, incidents of HPV have skyrocketed into prominence and now close to 50% of sexually active men and women will come into some contact with HPV at some points in their lives. The Good News: Not all strains of HPV are dangerous, or even visible. …
Health is Both Physical and Mental
When people consider their health they are often only thinking about their physical wellbeing. The truth is that mental health and physical health are immutably linked, for better or for worse. A disruption in your mental health can have a serious impact on your physical state of wellbeing, and vice versa. Knowing how to spot lasting psychological conditions, and seeking …
The Danger of Sleepless Nights: Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease
What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition in which the soft tissue in the throat becomes relaxed during sleep. This soft tissue then blocks your airway for seconds, even minutes. That’s seconds or minutes that your body is starved of oxygen. These moments of blockage result in a struggled gasp for air, which often disturb or wake up …
Moving Towards A Greener Office
Every modern business should commit to making an effort to improve the environment. It’s becoming less of a choice, and more of a necessity as time marches on. Whether it’s finding new ways to cut down on energy consumption or making an effort to reduce waste, the era of eco-responsibility is upon us. It’s time to act. That’s why Freeman Orthodontics …
Early Warning: What Your Teeth Say About the Rest of Your Body
Earlier we wrote about the connection between oral health and overall health, and how keeping your teeth healthy can be beneficial to the rest of your body. But there is a flipside when it comes to the relationship between the mouth and body. Many different medical conditions can affect the health of your teeth and gums, essentially flashing a warning …
Dental Myths Debunked
When it comes to practicing good dental health there are a lot of myths out there. Here are some of the more erroneous rumors I’d like to set straight: Losing your baby teeth to tooth decay is no big deal: Sure, I understand the logic. People figure “They are going to fall out anyway, what’s the difference how it happens.” …
How 3D Printing Will Change How Dentists Work
It’s 4 in the afternoon. Your dental implant has cracked. Nothing’s fallen off, but there’s a large crack that’s visible when you smile. You have a very important meeting early in the morning the next day. What are your options? It’s a nightmare situation. We place such high value on the appearance of our teeth. We’re willing to spend thousands …