It is important to see your dentist when they tell you they want to see you next. They will give you a date for your next visit because this is how long they feel you can go between visits while still maintaining healthy teeth. If your dentist tells you they want to see you again in six months and you show up for your next visit in three years, then a lot of damage can happen to your teeth in that period, and instead of a regular exam, they may end up setting you up for fillings or even tooth extractions.
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If you wear braces, effectively brushing and flossing your teeth may be challenging. Because of this, you may overzealously brush or improperly floss. This can cause minor gum bleeding -- however, your gums should not bleed profusely.
If you bleed heavily from your gums, your orthodontist may need to examine you to determine why. You may have a bracket or wire poking into your gum tissue, or there may be other reasons.
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Temporomandibular joint disorder is often called TMJ, and it can be a very painful condition. You may have first noticed the disorder when your jaw began hurting while chewing. Over time TMJ can lead to pain even while your jaw is at rest. It can even make it hard to close or open your mouth. Luckily, you don't have to suffer with TMJ. Here are five methods of TMJ treatment that can help.
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