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How to Stop Receding Gums Before It Gets Worse: Early Signs and Action Steps
This guide explains what gum recession is, why it happens, and—most importantly—how to stop gum recession before it becomes more severe. Understanding gum recession, including its causes and the importance of early intervention, is essential for maintaining healthy gums and preventing further damage.

Science of Smiles
Feb 67 min read


Poor Posture Can Lead to Headaches and Jaw Pain
Bite force misalignments in the mouth and TMJ disorders often cause headaches and jaw pain. But did you know poor posture may be to blame as well? If you experience frequent headaches and pain in your lower jaw, the Academy of General Dentistry recommends consulting a dentist AND checking your posture. Poor Posture Can Stress Out the Jaw Poor posture places the spine in a position that causes stress to the jaw joint. When people slouch or hunch over, the lower jaw shifts forw

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Nov 26, 20252 min read


Take Advantage of End-of-Year Flex Spending Accounts
2025 will soon be coming to a close, and so will your flex spending account benefits! SCIENCE OF SMILES® wants to remind you to schedule your cleaning, exam and any other dental procedures as soon as possible in order to fully utilize your 2025 dental benefits. These benefits may expire at the end of December. Unlike medical insurance, healthcare flexible spending accounts and most dental insurance plans do not roll over to the following year. As such, any unused benefits do

Science of Smiles
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Suffering From TMJ? Time Reduction Therapy Can Help
If you’ve been diagnosed with a temporomandibular joint disorder , also known as TMD, you are not alone. Up to 35 million people in the United States struggle with this condition, which affects the joints that connect the jaw to the skull. TMJ can cause various painful symptoms, including headaches, neck and shoulder discomfort, dizziness, and vision problems. Dealing with such symptoms can be frustrating and disrupt your quality of life. You may be wondering what options ar

Science of Smiles
Oct 31, 20242 min read
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