After living through a pandemic, we can probably all agree we know more about illnesses and trying to prevent them than ever before. Unfortunately, no matter how hard we try to avoid an illness, our bodies are not indestructible, and sometimes we succumb and fall ill. You may be surprised to learn that there are certain precautions you need to take with your oral health during an illness to help prevent dental issues from developing.
Our goal is to provide you, our patient, with quality dental care so you can enjoy a healthy smile for years to come. We provide restorative and cosmetic dentistry treatments to improve the function and aesthetics of your smile. One of the most important aspects of dentistry that we provide is preventative dental care. We want to improve the basics of dental care and the way our patients view their dental visits. Read on to learn more about the importance of preventative dental care and how it can affect your oral health.
Do you have a child or young person in your life who is due for their first dental visit? At Muse Dental Studio, we welcome children in the office so we can ensure they are practicing good dental hygiene and correct any dental issues while they are still young. You might be surprised to learn that, around their first birthday, your child is ready to visit the dentist for the first time. Even if your child is older than one and still has not had their first visit, that is no problem. Now is the perfect time to schedule their first visit!
With Valentine’s Day on the 14th, red is a popular color to see this month. If you notice that your gums are the same color as your red decorations or clothing, you may be experiencing a common issue with your oral health. February is Gum Disease Awareness Month. Gum disease is a serious gum infection accompanied by inflammation caused by bacterial growth along the gumline and around the base of the tooth. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications with your oral and overall health. Read on to learn more.
At Muse Dental Studio, we want to ensure our patients have optimal oral health. Unfortunately, many times, our patients are their own worst enemies. They may have habits that can lead to oral health complications. This is especially true for our patients who experience issues with TMD, also known as temporomandibular joint disorder. TMD is a condition that affects the temporomandibular joint, which is found at the back of the jaw and attaches the jaw to the skull.
We don’t know about you, but we cannot believe the holiday season has come and gone and we are already in 2023! We always feel the beginning of a new year is a great time to evaluate your life and see where you can make any improvements or changes. The same is true for your oral health. We want our patients to have optimal oral health so they can avoid a dental problem or emergency in the near future. Accidents can happen at any time, so it is good to be informed of what to do in certain circumstances. Continue reading to learn more about what to do if you or a loved one experience a dental emergency.
With the holidays right around the corner, many of our patients are busy dealing with shopping, family events, and preparing to spend time with loved ones. During this busy time of year, we want to encourage our patients to still be mindful of their oral health. It is easy to get wrapped up in the holiday festivities and not care for your teeth properly. Unfortunately, this can lead to issues in the new year with decay and other dental concerns.
Does your smile need a little TLC? In most cases, your smile doesn’t look the same as when you were younger. Some of our patients have experienced trauma to the mouth or severe decay and may have issues such as chipped, cracked, broken, and missing teeth. With the new year right around the corner, there is no better time to learn how we can help improve your oral health. We provide a number of treatments that can restore the function and appearance of your smile. There is no better time to put yourself and your oral health first than at the start of a new year. Read on to learn more about how we can help your smile.
Do you frequently wake in the morning with jaw discomfort that you did not have when you went to sleep? Have you been dealing with frequent, unexplained headaches? If you have been noticing any of these symptoms on a regular basis, you may be grinding your teeth. Teeth grinding is when the upper and lower teeth are pushed together with firm pressure and often move back and forth. Bruxism is the technical term for teeth grinding and can happen when you are awake or asleep. If not addressed in a timely fashion, bruxism can lead to serious consequences with your oral health.
Have you recently experienced tooth loss and are trying to determine which course of action you should take? We know that choosing a tooth replacement option can be difficult, and if you spoke with us already, we most likely made a recommendation for a treatment to replace your missing tooth or teeth. We typically recommend dental implants for many of our patients who need to replace a tooth. Read on to learn why it is our favorite tooth replacement option.
