Sleep apnea symptoms, like snoring and breathing interruption, can be a significant problem for your sleep quality and overall quality of life. There are a wide range of options that can help mitigate sleep apnea symptoms. Medical diagnosis, such as a sleep study, will help determine the severity of your sleep apnea so you can find the most applicable treatment... read more »

Good oral hygiene habits are the foundation of maintaining a healthy mouth in the long term. Just because your new crown is made from artificial materials that are not vulnerable to tooth decay, you should not be cavalier about including it in your daily oral hygiene routine. Dr. Dennis Jenkins recommends brushing your new crown twice each day and flossing... read more »

The occlusal, or biting, surfaces of your teeth are called upon to bite, chew and grind the foods you eat every day. The molars and premolars in the back of your mouth are the workhorse teeth that are called upon to process food in several different ways. To aid in this endeavor, the processes of nature have designed these teeth... read more »

Do you ever wake up with headaches? Do you have sensitive teeth? Would you be surprised to learn that both of these problems could be the result of teeth grinding? Still, while these are serious issues, did you know that there are other common problems that could cause a sore jaw? Again, teeth grinding could be a major problem, but... read more »

A dull, yellow smile can have a serious negative impact on your self-confidence and quality of life. Unfortunately, most whitening products sold in stores rarely have the potency to fully whiten your teeth. In fact, some of these products could even be harmful to your oral health. One safe and easy solution is to contact Designing Smiles PSC. In a... read more »

Whether you believe it or not, there are things in the world today that can take your white and brilliant smile and turn it into a dull, yellow smile that you despise. This is why it’s important to do all you can to maintain the attractive smile you deserve. Some things that can cause discoloration in your smile include: -Dark... read more »

A toothache is no laughing matter and it should never be taken lightly. While the pain or ache in the gums might start out minor, it will inevitably increase. This is often a symptom telling you that something more significant is wrong with the tooth and it requires treatment by your dentist, Dr. Dennis Jenkins. If there was no obvious... read more »

Your teeth have been designed to be durable enough to bite, chew, and grind common foods. If you grind your teeth at night, use your teeth as tools, or have a bad habit of nibbling on foreign objects, it can cause a large chip or fracture in the tooth enamel. Even if the damage doesn’t expose the sensitive interior of... read more »

Accidentally biting your lip while eating a meal or enjoying a snack is rarely a cause for concern. However, there are other times when a blow to the face or other oral accident can cause significant trauma. To help you adequately provide first aid to an injured lip, your dentist, Dr. Dennis Jenkins, offers these basic tips. If your lip... read more »

Your dental bridge might seem like a strong dental appliance that can never be damaged or harmed. However, even though your bridge is indeed reliable and tough, there is still a chance tooth decay or gum disease could harm the abutments that anchor the bridge into place. This is why it’s important to take good care of your dental bridge... read more »