As everyone knows, establishing a healthy dental hygiene regimen keeps your teeth and the rest of your mouth happy. What you might not know is that those health benefits can also impact other parts of your body. One prime example is your eyes. That's right—unhealthy...
As dentists, we talk a lot about common oral health issues like cavities and gum disease. However, we also want to make sure everyone knows about less common problems such as TMJ disorder. If you've been experiencing any pain when chewing or while opening and...
Did you know that if your tooth enamel gets damaged, the inner tooth layers become more vulnerable to decay? It’s important to brush and floss daily, but it’s important to visit the dentist regularly, too. Your friendly dentists at Sunrise Dental in Peoria will spot any...
Does stress affect your teeth? Yes—although you may not realize it, stress causes many side effects that can have a detrimental impact on your oral health. Chronic stress weakens your immune system, leaving you vulnerable to the infections that cause cavities and gum disease. If...
There are many different causes of tooth pain, and all of them are serious. Constant, throbbing pain could indicate an abscess or infection. Pain from pressure while chewing might be from a broken tooth, a damaged filling, or habitual teeth grinding. If you are experiencing...
Besides causing tooth pain, stress and anxiety can have disastrous effects on your oral health. Stress might make you grind your teeth or clench your jaw, causing unintentional damage to your teeth. Feelings of tooth pain stress anxiety might prevent you from scheduling regular dentist...
Have you been considering straightening your teeth? You’ve probably heard of Invisalign, but how does Invisalign work? Schedule a visit with Sunrise Dental in Glendale. We’ll explain how Invisalign works, and explore whether it’s right for you during your complimentary consultation. Read on to learn...
Bruxism, a condition in which you unconsciously grind or gnash your teeth and clench your jaw, can cause serious dental damage. However, most people with bruxism are completely unaware of the problem until they visit their dentist. Wearing a teeth grinding guard at night can...