July 2022

dentist and patient-how to fix a dead tooth

17 Jul How Can You Fix a Dead Tooth?

Posted at 16:48h in Dental Emergencies, Tooth Decay by Hicks Dental Group

Hearing you have a dead tooth can be a shock, and may likely cause a carousel of questions to circle through your mind. One of these questions is probably, “can a dead tooth be saved?” Our team at Hicks Dental Group is here to explain...

woman clenching teeth-why bruxism happens

06 Jul Why Does Bruxism Happen?

Posted at 19:16h in Jaw Pain, Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Bruxism is a common condition that makes you grind, clench or gnash your teeth. Occasional teeth grinding isn’t necessarily a problem, but if it occurs consistently, it can damage your teeth over time. Bruxism happens because of a combination of physical, psychological, and genetic factors....