ST. LOUIS — Dental hygiene may not be the first thing many think about when they consider what can impact their heart health. For one woman, a cracked tooth led to a deadly infection of one of her ...

Teeth don’t lie. They wear down, crack, shift, and send signals long before anyone hears the grinding itself. That quiet ...

DR. CAMESIA MATTHEWS SAYS SHE’S BEEN SEEING THE SAME SYMPTOMS A LOT MORE WITH HER PATIENTS. >> A LOT OF TENSION IN MY MUSCLES. >> I REALLY NOTICE IT IN THE MORNING AND I ALSO WAKE UP ONCE IN A WHILE ...

Pain while biting or opening the mouth could mean a cracked tooth or joint problem. Severe sensitivity to hot or cold foods may suggest enamel damage or exposed nerves. When these symptoms occur, an ...

Fr. Steven Clark lost one molar and a canine during the pandemic. He had been grinding his teeth, he said, distraught by the virus spreading across the globe, and what it would mean if his ...

Something alarming began happening in dental offices across America between 2020 and 2025. Endodontists saw twice as many cracked teeth. Now we know why. Most people don’t realize their teeth are ...

Clenching your jaw as you pay the bills or read the news? You’re part of a growing group of teeth-grinders showing up at dentist offices across the state. Dentists in Massachusetts are seeing more ...

What are some cosmetic dentistry treatment options that can improve the appearance of my smile? You may be interested in a few minor adjustments, or you may have concerns that need more attention.

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