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Our goal is to provide you with the very best dental service in a relaxed, modern, caring and award winning environment.
We believe our patients should be treated with the respect, friendliness, care and skill they expect. We've invested
in the latest technology to make dental procedures painless and efficient, from routine exams, cleanings, and fillings,
to restorative and cosmetic work.
We help you maintain a beautiful, natural, healthy smile. Simply put, we strive to make a positive difference in the
lives of the patients we serve.
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Grinding Teeth
Bruxism, or grinding of the teeth, typically accompanied by the clenching of the jaw. It is an oral parafunctional activity that occurs in most
humans. Bruxism is caused by the activation of reflex chewing activity; it is not a learned habit. Chewing is a complex neuromuscular activity that is controlled by
reflex nerve pathways, with higher control by the brain. During sleep, the reflex part is active while the higher control is inactive, resulting in bruxism. In most
people, bruxism is mild enough not to be a health problem; however, some people suffer from significant bruxism that can become symptomatic.
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