What is TMJ? The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, refers to the joint at which the temporal bone and mandible meet. It is usually a ball and socket connection that has ligaments and muscles that support it. TMJ dysfunctions include pain, clicking, and restricted movement. It can also lead to headaches and neck/shoulder pain. The cause […]
When Should a Patient Be Referred to an Oral Surgeon?
Oral surgery may sound like a niche field, but oral and maxillofacial surgeons make up the largest surgical specialty in dentistry. They specialize in treating oral conditions such as the extraction of wisdom teeth, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, and dental implant surgery. Some have a second specialty in either […]
Smoking and Tooth Loss
May 31st is World No Tobacco Day Did you know that smoking is a leading cause of tooth decay and tooth loss? And our region has a large number of smokers, with West Virginia having one of the highest rates of smoking among adults in all 50 states (See Report). The negative impact of nicotine […]
AAOMS Advocates for Insurance Coverage
AAOMS Advocates for Legislation to Provide Insurance Coverage for Congenital Craniofacial Anomalies From the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons ROSEMONT, Ill., March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — All private group and individual health insurance plans would be required to cover medically necessary services resulting from birth defects under bipartisan federal legislation introduced this week in both […]
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
The American Dental Association has designated February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. Here are a few tips on taking care of your child’s teeth from the National Center on Early Childhood Health and Wellness: You Can Promote Good Dental Health By: Knowing how to make sure you and your family have healthy mouths and […]
Bill Promoting Affordable Health Insurance Passed by Senate
The Senate recently voted to amend the McCarran-Ferguson Act, a law that gives states the authority to regulate the insurance industry, repealing the antitrust exemption for health insurance companies. The bill is supported by the American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and many other medical associations. The reform would […]
ADA Says Dental Care Should Continue
With a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic upon us, some people are delaying visits to see their dentist or oral surgeon. Unlike March 2020, however, the American Dental Association is not currently recommending postponement of dental visits. Medical providers and staff have had a great deal of training since the initial outbreak. Procedures are […]
COVID and Cracked Teeth – Bruxism
Did you know that a pandemic can affect your teeth? That’s right–as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting anxiety, dentists and oral surgeons are seeing an increase in teeth grinding, also known as bruxism. According to the Centers for Disease Control, public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel […]
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