I’d like to share a story about an elderly lady who recently came to us because of dizziness, which had prevented her from driving. I’m happy to report that after two weeks of wearing a neuro-muscular orthotic (a small oral appliance we custom-designed for her), she’s back to driving. She… Read More…
When it comes to teeth, some American adults assume that missing one, two or a few won’t upset the apple cart. But it does. Even though your missing teeth may not be visible in a smile, the gap disrupts the natural balance necessary for proper bite alignment. For example, if… Read More…
If the tops of your teeth are worn or you’ve noticed they are shorter than they used to be, you’re likely grinding your teeth at night. Night-time clenching and grinding are common symptoms of bite misalignment. The temporo-mandibular jaw joint is in front of your ears on each side of… Read More…
The majority of New Year’s resolutions pertain to getting fit and improving one’s health. While many people are eating more salads and spending more time at the gym, there are significant ways to improve your overall health, all orally related. • Want to lower your risk for major health problems?… Read More…
Straight teeth not only create a more appealing smile, they are an advantage to your oral health. Straight teeth are easier to keep clean and provide proper bite alignment. When teeth are properly aligned, this helps you avoid TMJ disorder, which can result in headaches, jaw joint pain, chipped and… Read More…
Sleep Apnea has become more familiar to the American population as the reason for daytime sleepiness, being more accident prone, weight gain and having a higher risk for heart attack, stroke, depression and high blood pressure. However, few people associate the temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ or jaw joint) with breathing problems… Read More…
We recently introduced Dr. Jerry Wesley, an Orthodontist, who has joined our team. Dr. Wesley is the perfect fit for our commitment to creating a correct bite for optimal oral health. Straight, properly-aligned teeth do far more than create an appealing smile. When teeth are in proper alignment, there is… Read More…
American adults are tired. We work hard, play hard, deal with frequent stress and pressures, and don’t get enough sleep. It is estimated that over one-third of American adults get an insufficient amount of sleep, which is less than 7 hours per night. Although more light is being cast on… Read More…
We are pleased to announce an addition to our team – Dr. Gerald (‘Jerry’) Wesley, an Orthodontic Specialist. Dr. Wesley brings over 17 years of experience of creating properly aligned smiles combined with optimal esthetics. He has a long list of impressive credentials and provides treatment with a warm, caring… Read More…
As a General Dentist with advanced training in Neuromuscular Dentistry, I am often referred patients who have a number of problems due to bite misalignment. While crooked or crowded teeth don’t always indicate bite misalignment, they typically indicate problems that will occur, if they don’t already exist. My training in… Read More…