Oral Health and Systemic Diseases
Learn how pregnancy affects oral health and why expectant mothers are more vulnerable to issues like pregnancy gingivitis, tooth decay, and enamel erosion. This post shares essential dental care tips during pregnancy, explains the connection between gum disease and birth outcomes, and highlights the importance of routine dental visits for a healthy smile and baby.
Jaw pain, headaches, and clicking when you chew may all point to temporomandibular disorder (TMD), a common condition affecting the jaw joints. In this blog, we break down the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for TMD, including non-surgical relief like night guards, jaw exercises, and stress management techniques. Learn how Espire Dental can help diagnose and treat TMD so you can get back to living pain-free.
Waking up with jaw pain or headaches? You could be grinding your teeth at night — a condition known as bruxism — and it might be linked to sleep apnea. In this post, Espire Dental explores the connection between nighttime teeth grinding and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), including key symptoms to watch for, how your dentist can help detect it, and the best treatment options — from night guards to oral appliances and CPAP therapy. Learn how treating the root cause can protect your smile and improve your sleep quality.
Tooth pain during cold and allergy season isn’t always what it seems. At Espire Dental, we often see patients with upper tooth discomfort that’s actually caused by sinus infections — not dental issues. In this blog, we break down how to tell the difference between sinus-related tooth pain and a true dental problem, and when it’s time to see your dentist. Don’t let sinus pressure fool you — learn the key symptoms to watch for and how to protect your smile this winter.
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, affects both children and adults and can occur during sleep or while awake. This blog explores the types of bruxism—sleep and daytime—along with their common causes, such as stress, misaligned bites, and anxiety. It outlines the potential health risks, including enamel wear, jaw pain, and headaches, and provides treatment options like nightguards, stress management, and bite correction. Espire Dental offers personalized care to diagnose and manage bruxism, helping patients protect their teeth and improve overall well-being.
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