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When the front part of the eye is not evenly rounded, a person has astigmatism. Astigmatisms prevent the eye from refracting light correctly, resulting in blurry vision and a distorted image. At least one-third of the population has some form of astigmatism. An astigmatism will be low to severe, depending on how negatively vision is… Read More »
Dry eyes are a common yet frustrating issue for approximately 6.7% of U.S. adults. This condition can make it difficult to sleep at night and hard to open your eyes when you wake up in the morning. What causes dry eyes? There are several reasons why someone may experience this problem. It is essential to… Read More »
If you’ve never had to wear glasses before, you may have trouble finding where they should fit on your nose. You may also find that your glasses’ nose pads hurt the bridge of your nose, especially after wearing them for long hours at a time. While these may be rather inconvenient, there are ways to… Read More »
Braces are a common orthodontic treatment that many people must endure at some point in their oral health care. Over time, the metal and wire braces will move your teeth into a more straight and better-aligned position for your face shape and jaw size. When it’s all said and done, getting your braces removed is… Read More »
Toothaches can be uncomfortable because they cause pain in the jaw and other parts of the mouth. In some instances, the pain can become unbearable when lying down. Many factors cause toothaches. For example, a common cause is a cavity or hole on the enamel — the tooth’s surface. A cavity can extend deeper into… Read More »
The short answer is yes – a toothache can cause an earache. Often, this is due to the close proximity of the jaw joint, known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), to the ear. When a tooth has decayed or is infected, the problem with the tooth can radiate from the jaw and be felt in… Read More »
Many Americans are missing one or multiple teeth. The CDC estimates that only about forty-eight percent of adults between the ages of 20 and 64 had a complete set of permanent teeth. Missing teeth can harm a person’s self-esteem and confidence, especially if the missing tooth is visible when smiling. However, most people don’t realize… Read More »
Everyone has an unhealthy eating habit. However, not everyone has identified it as a problem or knows what to do to avoid it. Even more so, not everyone is ready to make the change. According to Dr. Nora Volkow, director of NIH’s National Institute of Drug Abuse, “Habits play an important role in our health…. Read More »
