Aug
15
2009
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 [...]
Tags: barodontalgia, bruxism, dental jargon, dental problems, dental terms, edentulous, gemini tooth, halitosis, odontalgia
Aug
22
2008
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