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Modern dentures aren’t like the ones that your grandparents used to wear. Today, they are customized for each patient, restoring the appearance and function of the teeth. Since dentures are personalized just for you, you may be wondering why yours keeps popping out of place. Denture wearers tend to experience this issue more commonly with lower dentures than upper ones. Continue reading to learn why this can happen and what you can do about it.

Let’s say you’re a schoolteacher. The last thing you want to happen in a room full of kids is for your dentures to fall out in the middle of a lesson. The next thing you know, you’re the subject of a viral TikTok post. Ideally, your prosthetic teeth should be adjusted regularly to maintain a comfortable, firm grip, but denture adhesive could be the short-term solution for this issue and others. Read on to learn the tell-tale signs that it could be useful to you and how to apply it.

Though millions of Americans wear them, many misconceptions exist when it comes to dentures. Where the legends began is anybody’s guess, but in this article, we’ll take a look at the most common lore surrounding the dental device and set the record straight once and for all.

If you’ve developed persistent or severe throbbing in your jaw, you might be suffering from a TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder. When the sliding disc joints that connect your jawbone to your skull are overworked or misaligned, they can become painfully inflamed. Not only might you feel uncomfortable, but eventually, your jaw might become stiff or locked altogether.

Fortunately, your dentist offers several services that can address TMJ-related aches. If you’re wondering how long it usually takes for treatment to help, continue reading to learn what to expect from these 3 popular methods!

Have you noticed that your jaw feels tight, sore, or has a more limited range of motion than usual? If so, you might have developed a TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder. This can happen when one or both disc joints connecting your jawbone to your skull become irritated or inflamed.

Fortunately, there are things you can do to reduce muscle tension and aches associated with TMJ issues, like improving your posture. Continue reading to learn more about how improved balance and support can reduce dental discomfort!

Have you developed a sore jaw or do you hear a clicking sound when you’re chewing? If so, you may have a TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder. Whether you sustained an injury to the face or jaw or subconsciously grind your teeth, it’s important to call your dentist for an appointment sooner rather than later to address it.

TMJ issues might seem merely inconvenient at first, but they tend to worsen progressively. Eventually, it can cause other problems, like changes in your speech patterns. Continue reading to learn more about why this happens and how your dentist can help!

Have you noticed an uptick in headaches, jaw pain, and chewing difficulty? It might be TMJ disorder. This temporomandibular joint inflammation can make life difficult, which is why it’s important to get treatment as soon as possible. But what should you do until then to keep it from getting worse? Continue reading to find four habits you can break today to keep your TMJ in check.

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder can start with a little jaw discomfort, but without treatment, it can lead to much bigger problems. Many people ignore early symptoms, hoping the pain will go away on its own. However, untreated TMJ disorders can cause long-term damage to your jaw, teeth, and even overall health! But how does an achy jaw lead to so much damage? Continue reading to learn more about TMJ disorder and why receiving treatment is so important.

TMJ disorder (TMD) is a common affliction that affects the TMJ, the joint that controls movement of the lower jaw. It often causes symptoms like jaw pain, difficulty chewing, and limited jaw mobility. But did you know that TMD can be associated with dozens of other symptoms?  It can even affect your eyes! This blog post explores the connection between TMJ disorder and eye pain.

If you’re thinking it’s too late to smooth out your facial wrinkles with BOTOX, think again! It might be popular for individuals as young as 20, but there’s no reason someone a little more mature can’t also benefit from this anti-aging treatment. In fact, as a non-surgical option, BOTOX could just be the perfect cosmetic solution for you. Keep reading, and you’ll see why!