by Dr. Thomas Dooley | Feb 22, 2021 | Dental Advice
Wisdom teeth are your third molars and typically don’t come in until you are 17-21 years old. Compared to the average age when the rest of our adult teeth come in (6-7 years old), that’s a lot of extra time for these molars (and our wisdom and experience) to develop!...
by Dr. Thomas Dooley | Nov 13, 2020 | Dental Advice
Does your jaw often hurt or feel tight? Do you wake up with headaches and unexplained soreness in your face or neck? Have you ever heard your jaw click when you open and close your mouth, or felt it getting tired when eating chewy food? If so, you might have TMJ...
by Dr. Thomas Dooley | Aug 31, 2020 | Dental Advice
A smile is more than just a sign of happiness. Did you know it can also improve your health and the moods of those around you? In this blog post, we’ll review the health benefits of smiling, how your oral health impacts your smile, and some ways to add more smiling to...
by Dr. Thomas Dooley | Jul 28, 2020 | Dental Advice
Have you heard the saying that the mouth is a gateway into your overall health? You might be surprised to learn that multiple studies have linked oral health to various diseases, medical events, and nutritional deficiencies. Luckily, there are some easy ways you can...
by Dr. Thomas Dooley | Jul 8, 2020 | Dental Advice
Did you know an estimated 2.1 million people experience a dental emergency each year? Dental emergencies can happen at any time — whether you just got your tooth knocked out while playing a game of basketball, or develop severe pain from a toothache over the course of...
by Dr. Thomas Dooley | Apr 20, 2020 | Dental Advice
What do booking a vacation at a luxury resort and choosing a dentist have in common? All-inclusive options are always the best! Comprehensive dentistry is just that — all inclusive. You can rely on your one dental practice for all your dental needs without having to...