What to Do About TMJ Disorder
Jaw pain can be confusing and stressful, especially when different dentists offer different explanations. For one patient, years of dental challenges led to frustration, financial strain, and persistent discomfort – until she learned that her symptoms might point to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. This case highlights how easily TMJ concerns can be misunderstood and why working with a qualified, compassionate dentist can make all the difference. The Patient’s Experience For […]
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Who Should Extract My Teeth for Dentures?
I have absolutely horrible teeth. Most are broken. Some are missing. Now, I have another cavity that seems to be getting infected. When this quarantine is over I’m going to be finished with them. I want to have them all extracted and get dentures. Do I go to a dentist for that or an oral surgeon? Ben Dear Ben, Before I address your question, I want to make sure you […]
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What Kind of Dentist Does a Toothache Need?
If I have a toothache, that’s not on the tooth, but in the gums, what is the best dentist to go to a regular dentist or a root canal dentist? Morgan Morgan, At this point, the best dentist for you to see would be a general dentist (also known as a family dentist). Your dentist will do some diagnositic tests to determine what is really going on. Sometimes injury or […]
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