Did you know that November is TMJ Awareness Month! The Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) is responsible for allowing the lower jaw to move and withstands up to 200 lbs of force. However, it's essential that the TMJ hinges properly in the joint socket to avoid pain. TMJ Disorder (TMD) refers to the dysfunction of the…
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The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and flu season, and you’re one of the unfortunate people who’s caught whatever it is that’s been going around. While you’re recuperating, here are some tips…
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Halloween is fast approaching, and Dr. Estler wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears little resemblance to the original Halloween; back in the "old days" it wasn't even called Halloween! Festival of the…
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If your idea of camping is a quiet walk through the woods before returning to your rustic hotel, your regular brushing habits will be perfect for your trip. But if you are hiking into the mountains with your tent, backpack, and camp food, Dr. Estler and our team have some suggestions to adapt your dental…
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