For children, brief periods of teeth grinding are not unusual. However, if this issue is persistent, and if your child also experiences issues with sleep (trouble waking, daytime drowsiness, sleepwalking or talking) then you may need to talk about orthotropic treatment. In today’s blog we’re answering questions about orthotropics for our patients in Livonia, MI.
You might have heard that it’s absolutely possible to deal with TMJ disorder and related problems without exactly knowing that you’re experiencing them. Did you know that discomfort and little quirks that you pass off as just part of your smile can end up being signs that you are having trouble with your jaw joints and that they could use some help? It’s true. However, since you don’t really know where to begin, it can be difficult to determine whether it’s actually time to come in to see us at our Livonia, MI practice or not. Really, in any scenario in which you suspect your smile isn’t functioning as well as it could, it’s worth seeing us! For some particular signs, however, let’s get started.
What you really want for your smile, in addition to exceptional oral health, of course, is for it to look beautiful, bright, vibrant, white, and stain-free! You might have some ideas about how to make this a reality for yourself. However, if you haven’t talked with us about this hope and dream of yours in person (and with a dental examination to go along with it), then you’re probably lacking some key information regarding the best avenue to choose to get you where you’re going safely and effectively! The simple news is that our cosmetic dentistry is what you’re going to need. The information that’s still a bit fuzzy (but that we will quickly clear up) is exactly what treatment you’ll need and how to get going!
When summer is in full swing, one of the priorities (a most exciting one, we might add) is your summer travel. Do you have plans for the warmer months? If so, there’s a lot to consider. Once you’re through with making the arrangements, booking flights, getting your car checked, finding your suitcase, packing, and more, you may suddenly realize you forgot something: Taking care of your dental care in Livonia, MI before you head out! Not to worry, that’s what we are here for: To help you prepare your smile for fun and to remind you of some very helpful tips you may not have considered before.
When you want to whiten your smile, you may find that there are loads of trends out there that will promise to offer you the outcome you’re hoping to achieve! Unfortunately, though you may try to ignore the facts, you know deep down that they’re not all going to provide you with safe and effective results. So, when you hear about the new treatment on the block (activated charcoal toothpaste) and you see some exceptional results in images and videos online, you may find yourself wondering: Is this a good idea as a teeth whitening solution? The answer is no! Let’s get busy with explaining some reasons why.
Problems with dental pain and sensitivity can be alarming, and intrude on your day, but some people may try to ignore the problem instead of bringing it to their dentist’s attention. Ignoring discomfort does more than just put you at risk for letting a problem go without diagnosis. By the time you seek care, complications may have arisen. Your Livonia, MI dentist is ready to help you take care of a problem that is causing you discomfort. Modern restorative dental treatments can lead to fantastic outcomes, as you can have your issue fully remedied, and receive a life-like dental filling or dental crown. You should know that your dentist may also be able to provide help if you are experiencing pains in your jaw, face, head, or neck. (more…)
What kind of outcome can you expect when you undergo a professional cosmetic treatment? The changes made will depend on what procedure you receive. For instance, a professional whitening treatment exclusively focuses on making your teeth brighter, but porcelain veneers can address discoloration, and many other problems. One thing you can count on is that your Livonia, MI dentist can recommend a procedure that effectively addresses whatever concerns you have about how you look. Because several different treatments are offered at our location, it is possible to target and eliminate a wide range of issues. (more…)
Some issues with your child’s oral and facial development can be obvious. For instance, severe malocclusion (tooth misalignment) can become apparent even before all of the teeth have grown in. However, some issues aren’t as immediately obvious, such as an abnormality in your child’s facial growth and development. Today, we examine a few such issues, and how orthotropics can help your child overcome them. (more…)
There are some changes that you can make to protect your TMJ health that you may never have considered before. As for many patients who are just learning that TMJ disorder is a problem affecting their oral health, you may discover that as you step along on this journey toward keeping your jaw joints safe, you learn new things all the time! One of them will include surprisingly simple things that you do every day that, if you change them, can yield relief!
When you think of your child’s long-term oral health, the importance of a straight and properly developed set of teeth is obvious. However, their teeth and jawbones are intricately connected to their facial structures, as well, and the proper growth and development of these structures is just as important. The goal of orthotropics is to ensure that proper growth and development to optimize children’s oral health, as well as a number of other issues that involve their oral and facial structures. (more…)