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4 Ways Vaping Can Harm Your Oral Health

August 6, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — compdental @ 5:40 pm

Black and white photo of man using e-cigaretteIn recent times, the use of e-cigarettes (called vaping) has seen a huge boom in popularity.  It is commonly believed that vaping is better than smoking traditional cigarettes, so there is no reason why people should not indulge. Nothing could be further from the truth! Vaping can harm your oral health and negatively impact your overall wellness. This blog post describes four ways in which it could adversely affect your smile.

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Can Braces Fix TMJ Disorder?

August 5, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — compdental @ 7:08 pm

Side view of woman’s smile with bracesTMJ disorder, often referred to simply as TMD, is a painful condition that afflicts the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is located just in front of your ears. It controls the movement of your lower jaw and plays a critical role in speaking and eating. Sadly, it can easily become stressed or injured, leading to TMD. If you have this issue, you may be wondering about your treatment options. Can braces fix TMJ disorder, or would it be better to consider other solutions? This blog post explains what you should know.

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