Teeth grinding, or bruxism, can cause surprisingly serious damage. There are two kinds of bruxism in which people grind, crunch or clench their teeth. In awake bruxism, people often don’t do it deliberately and may not even be aware that they are doing it – for example, if they are concentrating on something. With the… Continue reading The Truth About Teeth Grinding
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Surprising Uses for Botox That Have Nothing to Do with Wrinkles
When most people think of Botox the first thing that usually comes to mind is wrinkle reduction. Indeed, Botox is the world’s most popular treatment for eradicating wrinkles and fine lines. The toxin is specifically FDA approved for treating frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) and lines around the eyes (crow’s feet). However, in addition… Continue reading Surprising Uses for Botox That Have Nothing to Do with Wrinkles
Is Bruxism the Reason You Have Headaches?
Millions of Americans wake up to headaches, sore jaws, and frustrating facial tension and can’t seem to pinpoint a reason for their pain. Celebrity cosmetic dentist and author, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, says these mysterious pains are often symptoms of bruxism – teeth grinding and clenching that more than 50% of adults suffer from and a… Continue reading Is Bruxism the Reason You Have Headaches?