The added stress of the COVID-19 pandemic can have severe consequences on your teeth and overall well-being. From jaw pain due to bruxism (teeth grinding) to sleepless nights, it is important that you find ways to relieve your stress during these trying times. Throughout the pandemic so far, fear and anxiety about a new disease […]
We are almost eight months into the COVID-19 pandemic with no true sign of it letting up. This can lead to fears about COVID-19, which can take an emotional toll on everyone, especially if you already suffer from anxiety. But it is important to note that you are not powerless. In fact, you can overcome […]
There is an ongoing battle to get people to quit smoking. To add to day, we are also continuing to fight against electronic cigarettes, or vaping. It doesn’t matter if you smoke or vape, what is important is that you quit. The verdict is still out on what harm vaping can do to a person’s […]
It’s clear that puberty is a natural part of growing up, but it isn’t the same for everyone. That is particularly true for women. Because women go through puberty at a far different rate than their male counterparts, it is important to understand the impact it can have on your sleep. A recent study looked […]
There’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, SnapChat, TikTok and the list goes on. We are online just about every part of our day. Whether we are working, checking email or mindlessly scrolling through social media, it is hard to disconnect. While being on social media is a normal activity, it is important to be mindful of […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely interrupted our day-to-day lives, which can place a lot of strain on our mental well-being. Watching the news can be anxiety-inducing because it is all doom and gloom with COVID-19 dominating the headlines. It isn’t something we can escape and as a result, we lose out on sleep. The pandemic […]
We know that anyone can get infected with SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes COVID-19. This is a rapidly evolving situation and the more we learn about this new disease, the better we can continue to care for our patients. Additionally, it has become increasingly clear that some people are more vulnerable to severe […]
If you suffer from migraines or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD), we understand that it can be disruptive to your day. The good news is there is another solution that can help: BOTOX®. By using Botox, we can help relieve your jaw tension by making muscles unable to engage in the powerful, often unconscious movement […]
We are experiencing a lot of uncertainty in the world as we try to understand the COVID-19 pandemic. From the stay-at-home orders to wearing masks, it is sometimes confusing and stressful to really figure out what you can and cannot do. As we remain on high alert due to COVID-19, it is important to pay […]
Throughout the different stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been difficult for some people to find time to be physically active. Between working from home, caring for kids and finding spots around town that are open, how can you remain active–and safe–during the pandemic? We’ve compiled a few ways that can help you […]