2017

Chronic migraines cause anxiety and depression and leave sufferers in constant fear, worried about when and where the next attack is going to occur. According to a study by Migraine Impact in Australia (MIA), 83 percent of sufferers, from around 3 million people, have lost hope of ever finding relief. Pain medications only serve to treat the symptoms—not the cause. Moreover, some medications soon cease to be as effective as they once were and can even make headaches worse due to overuse.

There is much to consider when looking at the possibility of getting dentures. One of the factors that worries many dental patients in regards to dentures is the effect that false teeth might have on the way their food tastes. If your teeth are so badly decayed and damaged that eating is a chore for you, then you may actually be able to enjoy food for the first time in years.

Are you considering professional tooth whitening? There are many different methods for improving the appearance of your teeth, and they can vary in effectiveness, last for different lengths of time, and have different side effects. To help you make an informed decision, you should ask as many questions as possible before undergoing the procedure. Keep reading for some questions to get you started. How Much Whiter Will My Teeth Look? 

A dental implant is a good thing because it's a permanent fix to a missing tooth. An infection around your dental implant is a bad thing because at the very worst, the implant needs removal. With your own dental implant happening in a few short days, it is vital to learn how to avoid an infection and how to identify an infection, so you do not delay in dealing with it if it happens.

Wisdom teeth are the last four molars that grow into your mouth. However, this doesn't always happen without a hitch. If your dentist tells you that your wisdom teeth need to be extracted, you may become apprehensive. Removal of wisdom teeth is often unpleasant because they are the most inaccessible teeth with the largest roots. This article highlights a few questions commonly raised by patients facing wisdom teeth removal. 1. Why would I need my wisdom teeth removed?

If you have never opted to have your teeth whitened, you probably have a number of questions regarding the effectiveness of teeth whitening treatments. While teeth whitening treatments such as in-office bleaching trays and laser whitening are effective methods of removing stains from teeth, they are not permanent solutions. The same rule applies to home whitening techniques that utilize strips, trays or toothpaste. However, while no single whitening treatment alone will ever provide a permanent solution, there are certain things that you can do to keep your teeth white all the time.

Like any part of the body, the inside surfaces of your mouth can become injured. While some dental injuries primarily involved the teeth, many of these incidents cause swelling or bleeding in the soft tissues of the mouth. Since oral soft tissue injuries can occur due to contact sports, vehicle collisions or simple accidents, it's important to know how to respond to these injuries. Below, we list the symptoms of a soft tissue injury that indicates the need for a trip to the dentist.

Invisalign aligners are a popular choice for teens and adults alike due to the fact that they are almost invisible. They are also popular because patients are able to remove them at their own convenience. However, unlike braces, which are attached to your teeth, Invisalign require you to be extra disciplined and responsible whilst wearing them. Dentists recommend that you wear your aligners for a minimum of 22 hours a day for good reason.