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When and Why to Wear a Mouth Guard

When and Why to Wear a Mouth Guard

May 20, 2019 By Dr. Briana Oller Leave a Comment

No one likes keeping foreign objects in their mouths for an extended period of time, but even inexpensive mouth guards can be molded into a perfect fit for your teeth so they take up as little space as possible, don’t impede breathing, and protect your teeth all at once! While most people think of football when they think of mouth… Read More

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4 Reasons Not to Chew Gum

4 Reasons Not to Chew Gum

April 16, 2018 By Dr. Briana Oller Leave a Comment

You probably know by now that chewing gum is bad for your teeth, but did you realize there are plenty of other reasons not to chew gum? It doesn’t just endanger your teeth – it’s an unhealthy habit that can cause health problems all over your body. We’ve listed just a few reasons not to chew gum and the nasty… Read More

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November is TMJ Awareness Month

November is TMJ Awareness Month

November 16, 2015 By Dr. Briana Oller Leave a Comment

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is like a hinge that slides, connecting your jawbone to your skull. TMJ disorders can cause mild to severe pain in the muscles that control the movement of the jaw. Sometimes the exact cause of a TMJ disorder is hard to diagnose. Your jaw pain may be due to a combination of factors, like an injury… Read More

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