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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Explained
The temporomandibular joint, TMJ, is found on both sides of the jaw. We all have TMJ. However, for some of us, a TMJ disorder can

Getting a Dental Filling – What to Expect
You’ve just finished your routine dental cleaning when your dentist delivers news you didn’t expect: “You have a cavity.” For many patients, the idea of

Understanding Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are snugly fit “cap” placed over the tooth. They are used for basic chewing functionality, speech, and aesthetics. Crowns are generally recommended in

What to Expect When Receiving a Dental Implant
If you have received a consultation and your dentist confirms that a dental implant is right for you, it is now time to start preparing

Cosmetic Dentistry – Busting Some Common Myths
Whether we like it or not the first impression we make is generally based on our outward appearance. Much of the time this first impression

What are Wisdom Teeth and Why do we Have Them?
Wisdom teeth commonly need to be extracted, so this leaves many of us wondering why do we have them? Long story short, wisdom teeth were

Are Sports Drinks Worse Than Soda?
Sports drinks have pulled off one of the greatest marketing tricks of the last twenty years. They sit in the healthy-ish category in most people’s

Choosing the Right Toothbrush – Types of Toothbrushes Explained
You use it twice a day, every day, for your entire life and most people spend about twelve seconds choosing it. We get it. Standing

Eating for a Healthy Smile – Best Foods for Your Teeth
You’ve probably heard that sticky, sugary snacks can damage your teeth—but what about the foods that actually help your smile? At Bassett Creek Dental in

Manual vs. Electric Toothbrush – Is There a Difference?
It’s one of the most common questions we get, right up there with “do I really need to floss” (yes) and “is coffee actually bad

Is Sugar Bad for Your Teeth? Yes, But the Reason Why Is More Interesting Than You Think
Let’s be honest, we all know sugar isn’t exactly great for us. But most people’s understanding of why stops at “it causes cavities” without really

Healthy Aging, Healthy Smile
Every September, Healthy Aging Month rolls around and the conversation turns to the usual suspects: exercise more, eat better, sleep enough, stay social. All great
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