Lake Forest Dental Blog

Your jaw aches pretty frequently. Still, perhaps you consider this a minor inconvenience. After all, it’s not like your tooth fell out or your gums are bleeding or anything dramatic like that. Plus, joints get sore sometimes. A tender jaw hardly raises alarm bells!

While it’s hard to blame you for this line of thinking, it’s possible you have an untreated TMJ disorder. Without proper care, this can create problems that are anything but minor. Here’s why you might want to get your jaw pain looked at and your TMJ disorder treated.

A new school year is here! Life is about to get busier, which means your dental health may not be a big priority as you juggle classes and studying time. Don’t let the school year lead to bad news the next time you see your dentist. Here are a few back-to-school tips to ensure you ace your semi-annual dental exam.

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So you’re trying to figure out your dental insurance benefits. You do your diligence, but after a while of reading dry, confusing insurance jargon, you’re just more confused. Why do your dental insurance benefits sound so different from your medical insurance benefits? Does the distinction matter? And, most importantly, how are you supposed to maximize your dental insurance benefits?

If your head is spinning, worry not! Here’s what you need to know about the difference between dental and medical insurance and how it affects you.

Your dental health is super important, so taking the time to go to the dental office for routine cleanings and checkups is a must! Dental insurance is a helpful tool for allowing patients to attend their routine visits for an affordable rate. Now that it’s time for you to choose a dental insurance plan, it’s important to be informed. Here are some things that you should know before buying dental insurance.

Straight teeth aren’t just important for a beautiful smile. They can affect your dental health and oral functions. However, poor teeth alignment can also contribute to a narrowed airway, TMJ disorders, and many other complications. Traditional braces and clear aligners can fix bite and alignment problems to resolve the issues, but you have another option. A Homeoblock Appliance is a revolutionary method to ensure harmony between the upper and lower arches to improve dental health and airway function. Here’s what you need to know about the latest innovation in orthodontics.

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Chipping a tooth can result from various factors, such as biting into something hard or sports-related incidents. Beyond impacting the symmetry of your smile and your self-confidence, chipped teeth can pose oral health issues. Although the body can often heal itself, you might be wondering if a chipped tooth can naturally repair without the need for emergency dental intervention. Continue reading to find the answers you’re looking for.

Do you find it difficult to chew due to persistent jaw pain? Do you sometimes experience the sensation of lockjaw? You might have TMJ disorder, which is also known as TMD. TMD is a complex condition, and many factors can contribute to it. In some cases, a person’s posture is to blame! How might bad posture lead to TMD symptoms, and what can you do to find relief? This blog post explains.

Imagine that you’re walking down the street on a clear, sunny day. Friendly neighbors wave and happy dogs bark as you pass, and everything seems to be going great until you’re suddenly hit with an excruciating toothache. Fighting through the pain, you reach for your cell phone only to realize that you don’t have a reliable emergency dentist in your contacts list. Oh, the humanity!

Reflecting upon this very possible nightmare scenario, you might want to make plans now so you know exactly who you’re going to call when a dental emergency strikes. Here are some ways to help you pick out an especially excellent emergency dentist.

Do you suffer from jaw pain, headaches, and premature wear and tear on your teeth? Such issues are serious and can interfere with your quality of life. Fortunately, treatments are available that may be able to help. In fact, you might be a candidate for BioRejuvenation Dentistry. Just what is this oral health service, and how might it benefit you? Read this brief introduction to BioRejuvenation Dentistry to find out.

When you think of dental tools, you likely imagine some clichéd items. Things like oral drills, mouth mirrors, and suction devices may come to mind. However, today’s dentistry happens to rely on advanced technology. A notable example is the soft tissue laser, which has pretty great oral effects. Your McKinney dentist will even tell you about its upsides. To that end, here’s a summary of the perks to expect from a modern dental laser.