Why are you smiling this holiday season? Family, friends, and gifts can leave you in a pleasant mood throughout this time of year. Dr. Young can give you even more reasons to smile. Why should you smile? The act of smiling releases endorphins that help elevate your mood. Holiday planning can be stressful, but smiling…
If you think your teeth only shift during childhood, think again. As you age, your jaw can shrink and cause teeth crowding. Fortunately, Dr. Michael Young can help you retain straight teeth and a beautiful smile throughout life. Shrinking Jaws A study by the Faculty of Dentistry at Malmö University tracked the shape and features…
This holiday season, you’re probably planning to host or attend some holiday celebrations. Try these tips to keep your mouth healthy throughout the holiday fun, and visit Dr. Young to smile confidently throughout the party. Appetizers Don’t go to the party hungry. Eat a light snack before you go so you won’t need to overeat…
Teeth are usually the first thing others notice about you. Misaligned teeth can be a source of embarrassment for some people. Fortunately, Dr. Michael Young offers Invisalign, a revolutionary form of orthodontics proven to straighten teeth without any metal brackets or wires necessary. Invisalign moves your teeth into position in a fraction of the time…
Is your smile missing something? If you have lost teeth to periodontal disease, accident, or injury, Dr. Michael Young can restore your smile with Zimmer dental implants. What are implants? Implants are the only dental prosthetic that can replace missing teeth from root to crown. They are artificial teeth roots, surgically placed into the empty…
TMJ disorder, or TMD, can be painful, and it can slowly destroy your teeth. November is TMJ Awareness Month, so now is a great time to learn about the symptoms and treatments of TMJ disorder. Do you have TMJ disorder? Your temporomandibular joints connect your jaw to the temporal bone of your skull. The joints…
With the holidays quickly approaching, you may be starting to prepare travel plans. No matter how busy you are or where you go, you should never neglect your oral health. If you’re like most people, you’ve forgotten your toothbrush more than once. To end that habit, keep a small dental travel kit packed and in…