The short answer is yes. The most common occurrence is that the patient loses the ability to touch their front teeth together.
When a patient wears an ill-fitting night guard, it can disrupt the natural alignment of the jaws and teeth, leading to various issues, including an anterior overbite. Here's how it can happen:
Read MorePrecision in the making A little behind the scenes in our dental lab as we craft a custom onlay - where science meets artistry for your perfect smile.
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Read MoreJaw pain can be a frustrating and debilitating issue, affecting your ability to eat, speak, sleep, and enjoy daily life. If you’re experiencing discomfort in your jaw, face, head, or neck, you’re not alone. At Shumack Dental & Implants, we understand the complexities of jaw pain and are committed to helping you find effective, long-lasting relief.
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Read MoreThere’s no room for mistakes in my line of work. As a dentist, I’ve learned the hard way that catching small issues before they turn into big ones is absolutely critical to ensure your best oral health. That's why I wouldn’t use anything less than 7.5x magnification loupes.
Read MoreAn enormous effort by everyone at Shumack Dental this weekend. In two days we relocated to our new practice 15-17 Trail St, and ready for 8am Monday.
18 months in the making.
A great lesson in patience.
Bigger. Brighter. Warmer.
A big thank you to all involved. I'm incredibly lucky to have such an amazing team.
Looking forward to welcoming you
Read MoreWake bruxism is when you grind or clench your teeth while awake, and night bruxism is when it happens while you're asleep.
Both can cause similar problems, but night bruxism is trickier to deal with because you're not conscious when it's happening.
Read MoreIndirect dental restorations, such as inlays, onlays, and crowns, have several benefits over direct restorations, such as resin fillings. benefits include:
Read MoreThe tooth fairy would be very proud of this new finding. As this recently published article explains, we already knew that stem cells obtained from human exfoliated decidous teeth (SHED) were fairly clever. They’re known for their ability to replicate, their ‘multipurpose-ness’ and their ability to suppress the immune system.
Read MoreSome incredible studies have suggested a relationship between gum disease and blood sugar control!
Read MoreAre electric toothbrushes worth it? The answer is yes, and no…
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