Is TMJ the Link Between Stress and Tinnitus?
People who experience tinnitus often experience multiple psychological effects. Depression is common for people who have the condition, and many people feel experience anxiety as a result of their hearing problems. Tinnitus can be [...]
Does Fluoride Really Strengthen Teeth?
Numerous studies have demonstrated that fluoride helps protect our teeth from decay; however, new research appears to suggest that we may have been misinformed about this beneficial compound. So what does the water in [...]
Unhappy Hiding Your Smile with a Mask? Consider Cosmetic Dentistry
For most people, wearing a mask is a new and unwelcome development of the pandemic. Though most people recognize the benefits to themselves and their community of mask wearing, it’s still a nuisance and a [...]
We Can’t All Be Shakespeare: Dentistry in the Elizabethan Era
Many people avoid going to the dentist if they can help it. What they don’t think of is that dentistry has come a long way from when it first started and has even helped to [...]
How Do Dental Implants Fail?
Although the dental implants’ success rate is 95%, failure can still happen. A lot of factors can contribute to dental implants failing. At Collins Dentistry & Aesthetics, before we even consider dental implants for [...]
What Makes The Narwhals Tooth So Sensitive?
Narwhals, the mysterious arctic whales with a long horn like a unicorn, are in the news again as several people were recently charged with smuggling narwhal horns, which may be worth $30,000 or more [...]
5 Reasons Teens Love Invisalign
With summer already half over, many teens are already thinking about going back to school or starting college. However, just because school is starting soon doesn’t mean that there’s any reason to delay orthodontic [...]
Can Xylitol Really Prevent Cavities?
Although many people view them as minor problems, cavities are actually quite serious. Besides causing sensitivity, they promote tooth decay and infections that can result in tooth loss and costly restorative treatments. To prevent [...]
The Pros and Cons of Invisalign
If you find yourself debating whether Invisalign is right for you or not, you’re not alone. There are lots of orthodontic treatments available today and with at least a 6-month commitment depending on your [...]
Common Causes of Toothaches
Tooth pain can disrupt your entire day. It changes what you eat, disturbs sleep, and can even take a bite out of your focus. Many people prefer to wait and see if the toothache [...]
