Online Dental Education Library
Our team of dental specialists and staff strive to improve the overall health of our patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with your teeth and gums. Please use our dental library to learn more about dental problems and treatments available. If you have questions, please contact us.
Choose from the links below, browse our Glossary, or simply type in keywords for more information.
YOUR HEALTH ---
- Medication and Heart Disease
- Age and Oral Health
- Tobacco
- Diabetes
- Medications
- Oral Piercing
- Periodontal Exams
- What is Tooth Decay?
- Brushing
- Flossing
- Fluoride Facts
- Mouth Rinses
- Sealants
- X-Rays
- Denture Care
- Emergency Care
- Prevention Tips for Children
- Women and Tooth Care
- Seniors and Oral Health
- Nutrition and Your Teeth
- Choosing a Toothbrush
- Your First Dental Visit
- Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Patient
- Oral Health Products
- Types of Floss
- Water Picks
- Managing Pain
COMMON DENTAL PROBLEMS ---
- Abscessed Tooth
- Dental Emergencies
- Bad Breath (halitosis)
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Canker/Cold Sores
- Cavities and Tooth Decay
- Toothaches
- Dry Mouth
- Fluorosis
- Gum Disease (Gingivitis)
- Wisdom Teeth
- Jaw/TMJ
- Lacerations and Cuts
- Oral Cancer
- Plaque
- Sensitive Teeth
- Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
- Jaw Disorders
- Missing Teeth
- Chipped, Cracked, and Worn Teeth
- Excessive or Uneven Gums
- Old and Unsightly Fillings
DENTAL TREATMENTS ---
People who grind their teeth can sometimes develop a serious problem with their jaw, which left untreated, can adversely affect the teeth, gums and bone structures of the mouth. One of the most common jaw disorders is related to a problem with the temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull, and allows your upper and lower jaw to open and close and facilitates chewing and speaking.
People with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) often have a clicking or popping sound when opening and closing their mouths. Such disorders are often accompanied by frequent headaches, neck aches, and in some cases, tooth sensitivity.
Some treatments for TMD include muscle relaxants, aspirin, biofeedback, or wearing a small plastic appliance in the mouth during sleep.
Minor cases of TMD involve discomfort or pain in the jaw muscles. More serious conditions involve improperly aligned joints or dislocated jaws. The most extreme form of TMD involves an arthritic condition of the jaw joint.