November is TMJ Awareness Month, so there’s no better time than to discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about TMJ. Suppose you’ve ever experienced throbbing tension headaches, unexplained soreness in your shoulders or neck, or pain when chewing or speaking. In that case, [...]
One of the best ways to stay proactive when it comes to your oral health is to look to unlikely places for signs of issues. Believe it or not, when it comes to checking for problems in your mouth, simply sticking out your tongue [...]
If you find yourself suffering from painful sensations in your teeth when doing everyday activities such as brushing, eating, or drinking, you’ve likely wondered what you can do about it. After all, tooth sensitivity can be excruciating at its worst, resulting in a disruption [...]
August 22nd is National Tooth Fairy Day. Celebrated twice a year (August 22nd and February 28th), National Tooth Fairy Day allows us to delve into the origins of this popular childhood favorite. As dentists, we appreciate the Tooth Fairy's central role in helping our [...]
We all know the importance of brushing your teeth at least twice a day, but we don’t talk about the importance of flossing each day nearly as much. Regular flossing, however, plays a crucial role in your overall dental hygiene. For one, when you [...]
Obesity is a growing problem in our nation. In the United States alone, an estimated 36.5% of adults are obese, and another 32.5% are overweight. There are many health issues associated with obesity, including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and coronary heart [...]
It is estimated that 9% to 15% of Americans skip or avoid regular visits to the dentist out of fear. In fact, according to Healthline, it’s estimated that 2.7% of men and 4.6% of women have dentophobia – the fear of the dentist. If [...]
One of the questions we are frequently asked here at Advanced Indiana is why wisdom teeth removal is better sooner rather than later. After all, why even consider wisdom teeth removal if they’re not causing any problems? Wisdom teeth are the third molars known [...]
Dentures are a wonderful way to restore your lower and upper arch. Dentures are the preferred form of dental restoration for patients who are either missing most of their teeth or those undergoing dental issues such as gum disease or dental trauma. That being [...]
Let's face it: everyone wants to have as close to a perfect smile as possible. Furthermore, everyone deserves it. That's why your cosmetic dentist in Anderson and Fortville offers so many different treatments to help you achieve this goal. That being said, you may [...]
