Adjusting to new dentures takes patience, and most patients find that it gets significantly easier within the first few weeks. The First Few Weeks It's normal for new dentures to feel bulky or awkward at first, and for speaking and eating to take some practice. Most patients adjust to the feel of their dentures within a few weeks, though full comfort with eating a wide variety of foods can take a bit longer. Common Adjustment Challenges Increased saliva production in the firs

Most people are aware that grinding their teeth is not a great habit, but the clenching that happens during sleep is often harder to detect than the grinding itself. Many people clench without ever producing the audible grinding sound, yet the damage and symptoms are just as real. Here is how to tell whether you might be clenching your teeth while you sleep. Why is sleep clenching hard to detect? Unlike bruxism that involves grinding, which produces a sound a sleeping partner

Pain when biting down is one of the most common reasons patients call our office, and it usually points to a specific, identifiable cause. Common Causes of Pain When Biting A cracked tooth, which can cause sharp pain specifically when pressure is applied A cavity that has reached the inner layers of the tooth A loose or damaged filling A high or uneven bite putting extra pressure on one tooth An abscess or infection at the root of the tooth Sinus pressure, which can sometimes