Plaque vs Tartar: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
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Periodontics
October 16, 2024
When it comes to your dental health, you’ve likely heard your dentist talk about plaque and tartar. While they’re often mentioned together, they’re not the same thing. Understanding ...
How Dentists Can Treat TMD Without Surgery
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General
October 9, 2024
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) affects the joints that connect your jaw to your skull, often leading to pain, discomfort, and difficulty with everyday activities like chewing and speaking. If ...
What Is Dry Socket, and How Do You Prevent It?
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Oral Surgery
October 2, 2024
Dry socket, or alveolar osteitis, occurs when the blood clot that normally forms in the socket after a tooth extraction becomes dislodged or dissolves too early. The blood clot is essential for protec...