Our teeth are some of the most important parts of our bodies. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to chew any hard food and get vital nutrients from many fruits and vegetables. While we all start off with a full set of baby teeth, soon enough those teeth fall out and are replaced by a set of adult teeth designed to last for the rest of our l ...Read More

A person may have gum pain because they have a condition that affects the gums, or because they are simply brushing too hard.   Some other causes of gum pain include:   ...Read More

My partner says it looks like I grind my teeth while I'm sleeping. How can I tell for sure, and what can I do about it?   Nighttime teeth-grinding is common, but it can be difficult to detect this unconscious habit because you're, well, unconscious. If your sleep p ...Read More

Agonizing tooth pain, sharp jaw discomfort, a dull ache in your gums — each one is a sign of dental trouble or something even more serious. Unfortunately, many people put off a call to the dentist — a potentially risky move, since dental problems can be more advanced than you realize.   As we age, we can feel les ...Read More