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Could Bruxism Be the Cause of Your Headaches?

2019-01-10T11:37:11-07:00

Drifting off to sleep can be hard when you have tomorrow’s to-do list running through your head. We’ve all been there, but for many people, it’s a nightly occurrence. When stress, worry, and anxiety from the day spill over into your sleep cycle, teeth grinding and clenching (or the clinical term, bruxism) can contribute to headache pain or even migraines. If you have symptoms of teeth grinding or clenching, and are looking for relief, our Denver, CO, practice can help. At Metropolitan Dental Care, we offer night guards and other dental appliances that protect the strength of your teeth, support a [...]

Could Bruxism Be the Cause of Your Headaches?2019-01-10T11:37:11-07:00

Knowledge is Power! How to Have a No-Fear Dental Appointment

2017-09-08T13:52:43-06:00

It's safe to say that very few people look forward to their dental appointments. Something about baring your open mouth for others to poke around with pointed metal objects is just counter-intuitive. You can't see what's happening in there; you have no idea what the dentist is going to find; and you probably have the expectation that something painful could happen! There is something very universal about aversion to dental appointments. We get it. But we also know, and you also know, that they are a necessary part of keeping your teeth healthy and free from decay. So how can you combat this instinctive response that's [...]

Knowledge is Power! How to Have a No-Fear Dental Appointment2017-09-08T13:52:43-06:00

How Periodontal Treatments Save Teeth

2017-08-24T09:09:11-06:00

If you or a family member has been diagnosed with gum disease, periodontal treatments should be a part of your life. Gum disease is not curable and is the number one cause of tooth loss. Any time you see an older person struggling with dentures, the odds are good that he or she lost those teeth to gum disease. Does a gum disease diagnosis mean you are destined to lose your teeth eventually? Not necessarily, but only if you get your symptoms under control. Simply put, perio treatments save your teeth. What Gum Disease Does to Your Mouth Gum disease is the condition [...]

How Periodontal Treatments Save Teeth2017-08-24T09:09:11-06:00

Best Tips for Healthy Young Smiles, Tot to Teen

2017-08-18T18:02:37-06:00

Whether you are a new parent or already have a large family—knowing the best ways to keep your children’s smiles healthy and bright can be confusing. We’ve put together some of our favorite oral hygiene tips to help you navigate each stage of childhood. Establishing good habits at a young age is crucial to a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Give your child every advantage in preventing tooth decay by making brushing and flossing a fun part of the daily routine. Infants and Toddlers Begin oral hygiene from the first tooth. Clean tiny teeth and gums with sterile gauze or [...]

Best Tips for Healthy Young Smiles, Tot to Teen2017-08-18T18:02:37-06:00

What a Toothache Really Means

2017-07-28T01:22:52-06:00

If you’ve ever had a toothache, you know it can bring your life to a screeching halt. Whether it’s constant or intermittent, a toothache is impossible to ignore. There are a few different sensations that can be labeled as “toothache” and some of the possible causes are a lot more serious than others. You may feel sensitivity to hot and cold foods and beverages, shooting pains, throbbing, or a low-intensity soreness.   Most toothaches are caused by one of the following: A deep cavity A crack or fracture Gum recession (exposed tooth root), due to gum disease or improper brushing Damaged dental [...]

What a Toothache Really Means2017-07-28T01:22:52-06:00
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