Gum disease is an insidious menace that can start out unnoticeably small, but it can lead to permanent damage such as tooth loss or jawbone erosion if it is allowed to progress for too long. While soft and spongy gums can be a symptom of oral infection, this problem may also result from insufficient intake of vitamin C. Here’s a brief guide to why your gums may seem too squishy for comfort and how your dentist can help.

The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) hold the jaw in place and allow it to move when speaking and eating. These joints are incredibly complex, and a patient can experience symptoms such as headaches, backaches, and neck pain if they become unbalanced or misaligned. However, you may not be aware of how TMJ disorders (TMD) can make speaking more difficult and uncomfortable. Here’s a brief guide to how TMD can affect your speaking ability and what you can do about it.