The Future of Dentistry! An Interview with Dr. Brunacini

As we begin a new year, one cannot help but think about the future.  What lies ahead?  How will things change?  How will our lives improve?  When it comes to oral health care, there are a lot of interesting developments in the works and on the horizon.  To gain a...

Jaws: Grinding, Clenching, Popping

When was the last time you checked in with your jaw?  In these stressful times, perhaps you’ve noticed that you clench or grind your teeth more frequently, or that your jaw has begun to pop as you chew or talk.   While occasional grinding or clenching may not be...

Avoid the Grind of the Season: Bruxism or Teeth Grinding

The holiday season is upon us and along with it is holiday stress.  Stress is one of the main causes of bruxism or teeth grinding, which often happens while you sleep.  While occasional grinding or clenching may not be harmful, regular grinding can damage not only...

The Lowdown on Teeth Grinding

Have you ever wondered if you grind your teeth at night? If you did, how would you know? Has one of your loved ones told you that they’ve heard you grinding your teeth? If so, you’re not alone: teeth grinding, aka bruxism, is a fairly common phenomenon across the US....