To keep your smile running strong, it is important to make sure to always look out for indications that bruxism may be occurring. Bruxism occurs when you suffer from grinding or clenching of your teeth unconsciously. This can also happen while you're asleep. In order to effectively treat bruxism, it is important to understand the processes involved in its manifestation.... read more »

Your dental products can either make your job easier or harder, depending on how effective they are. Today our Keystone Dental Group team in Indianapolis, Indiana, is going to remind you of some things to consider when choosing your brushing products, namely, toothbrush and toothpaste. Toothbrush Use one with soft-bristles to protect tooth enamel and gum tissue as it cleans.... read more »

When you suffer a chipped tooth from something like nibbling on a pencil or crunching on ice, the damage might not seem severe. Early on you might not feel any pain or distress in the tooth. However, as time goes on the chipped tooth enamel might start to attract plaque and other bacterial deposits. This could encourage a cavity to... read more »

Do you know what bruxism looks and feels like? Do you think you may have bruxism but are unsure exactly what to look for? For those who may not know, bruxism is a somewhat common disorder often caused while we sleep. It results in the grinding, gnashing, and chewing of our teeth, often to the detriment of our tooth enamel,... read more »

Bruxism refers to a condition in which a person grinds, gnashes, and clenches their teeth unconsciously to the detriment of their jawbone, teeth, and gums. Over time, the precious tooth enamel we possess is stripped away by the process of grinding teeth. Sleep bruxism specifically refers to the movement disorder during sleep, which in effect, can increase the risk of... read more »