Many people grind or clench their teeth while they sleep and don’t even realize it. This condition, called bruxism, can cause worn teeth, jaw pain, headaches, broken dental work, and long-term damage to your smile. One of the most effective ways to protect your teeth while you sleep is with a custom dental night guard from Crested Butte Dental. What … Read More
Beyond Just Breathing – The Life-Changing Benefits of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
When most people hear the phrase “tongue therapy,” strange mental images may come to mind. More recently, the term Mouth Yoga has been seen on many social media platforms. However, orofacial myofunctional therapy is an extremely important and beneficial treatment for correcting improper oral patterns that interfere with correct oral development and function that has been around for decades. At its … Read More
Botox for Headache Relief: A Alternative Approach to Addressing Clenching and Grinding
In the realm of dentistry, there’s an innovative approach gaining traction for alleviating headaches, jaw pain, and the consequences of teeth clenching and grinding: Botox. Yes, you read that right – the same treatment often associated with cosmetic enhancements is proving to be a game-changer for dental health. At Crested Butte Dental, Dr. Chelsea is trained in offering Botox not … Read More