There are two different classifications of bruxism (BRUK-SIZ-UM) awake and sleep. They both have to do with the grinding, gnashing or clenching of teeth, the main difference is quite obvious, being whether you are awake or asleep. When someone grinds their teeth while they are asleep it is considered a sleep-related movement disorder. Many people who suffer from this often... read more »

Did you know that having a fear of the dentist is a lot more common than you may think? Nearly 20% of Americans completely avoid the dentist unless absolutely necessary. We’re going to give you some of the more common fears people have that surround the dentist and how you can overcome those fears. Fear of the dental equipment: Let’s... read more »