Ever wonder why when we’re stressed we get headaches? Did you ever think your teeth play a role? Neither did I. However, chronic clenching of your teeth can be a major factor in the cause of headaches, even migraines. Why? When we’re stressed, we often find some muscle to tense. Most of the time, we take it out on our teeth. This is different from grinding your teeth. Putting your teeth in a position where they mesh well and clenching puts a tremendous amount of pressure on your teeth. To do so, some serious muscle flexing is at work. (more…)
It starts off as a slight twinge when you’re enjoying your favorite ice cream. No big deal if it goes away, right? Next, it becomes more persistent, however you can still alleviate it with Ibuprofen. Not to worry, right? The next thing you know, your tooth is waking you up during the night with a constant and severe pain that Ibuprofen can’t touch, and now your dentist says you need a root canal. Did you know that this situation could’ve been prevented? Your dentist in Glastonbury explains how to avoid a tooth abscess.
Finding the right dental provider to meet your family’s needs is important, and also challenging. There are many things to consider, and you want to find someone who can build rapport with all members of the family. Dr. Brad Heim and Dr. John Carroll offer tips on how you can find the best dentist near you.
For most companies, fall and winter bring about benefit enrollment time for their employees. As you’re looking over your benefit options for 2017, it’s also a good time to review your dental benefits for 2016. Have you utilized your dental maximum for the year? Dr. Heim and Dr. Carroll can help you understand and make the most of your dental insurance dollars. Your dentist in Glastonbury reminds you to maximize your dental benefits.
The cost of health care in America is always rising and it’s important to utilize and maximize your insurance benefits. Working with a provider who is in your insurance network ensures that you get the most from your dental benefits. At 
If you have one or more missing teeth, then replacing those teeth is imperative for your appearance, your oral health and even your general health. The only question then is what kind of tooth replacement is best? The answer is simple: 
