The temporomandibular joint, also known as the TMJ, connects your upper and lower jaw. Moreover it is a system of muscles, ligaments and bones that allow your jaw to move. This joint can suffer fractures, swelling and soreness. Some of the symptoms of a TMJ disorder can include headaches, pain, when you move your jaw, jaws that lock and a... read more »

If you don’t know how to combat periodontal disease, your pearly whites could be in major danger. Gum disease, which impacts nearly 50% of the population, is one of the leading causes of tooth corrosion, bloody gums and lost teeth. Here is a tiny summary on what causes gum disease, who is at risk and what you can do about... read more »

For many of us, brushing our teeth is practically second nature, so much so that we might not be paying attention to what we do. As a result, we may not be brushing correctly. That may not make any sense at first, but let’s take a moment to consider what goes into properly brushing your teeth. First, how long have... read more »

Guard your smile by avoiding oral health hazards including objects that seek to damage your smile, food and drinks destined to wear away tooth enamel, and unhealthy habits that can severely alter your oral health. The more you do to defend your smile, the greater the likelihood you will have optimum oral health care success with a bright and shiny... read more »

If you ever suffered the misfortune of losing a tooth or having a tooth extracted, it can be a challenging time. Thankfully, due to the wonderful advances in dentistry, an assortment of wonderful tooth replacement treatments can now be implemented to return your smile to its full shining glory. Dental implants, dental bridges, and dentures can all be used to... read more »

Here at White Oak Family Dentistry, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these... read more »