Our teeth play a huge role in our overall health. In fact, your teeth and mouth are the only entry point in your body for nourishment, short of a doctor putting a needle into your arm. Your teeth can affect your body in many other ways, and of these is a range of conditions that [...]

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Bruxism is a formal term given to the grinding of teeth, generally while asleep. It’s not as rare as many people think with almost all children going through this stage while toddlers. They generally grow out of it fairly quickly; in fact, many parents are not even aware of the trait. However, for some people, [...]

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While referring to problems in your teeth, your dentist may often use terms that are alien to you. In today’s post, we introduce you to the dental jargon defining such problems.
Edentulous: Your dentist will use this term for you if you don’t have any teeth in either the upper jaw or the lower jaw. This [...]

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What is bruxism?
Bruxism is a habit of grinding one’s teeth, especially during sleep. It is said that most people experience bruxism at least once in their lives. Mild bruxism is not harmful. Severe bruxism not only harms the teeth but also becomes a disorder. Ask your dentist for the right kind of treatment for bruxism. [...]

Tags: bruxism, dentition, edentulous, mastication, parasthesia