Tad Morgan DDS Blog

One of the most common questions we hear from our patients about porcelain dental veneers is: “Will my teeth rot under the veneer?”  The short answer is no. The longer answer is: Porcelain veneers are made from very durable and strong materials. They are not susceptible to the bacteria that can damage your tooth enamel. […]

Forward neck postures are often thought to be caused by mobile phone use. But did you know your tongue could be the reason for your poor head posture and neck pain?  Basically, it all comes down to the importance of the oral cavity and the craniofacial region to your posture. Your tongue should fill the […]

Dental implants are an ideal method of replacing missing teeth and helping you smile again. They feel, look and function like natural teeth, making them a popular choice. They can help you feel confident in your ability to chew, speak and smile, and with proper care, they should last for many years. Dental implants are […]

How does a tongue tie relate to a kiss? Tongue-tie is a condition that affects the mobility of the tongue. It occurs when the lingual frenulum, which is the band of tissue connecting the bottom of your tongue to the floor of your mouth, is short, thick or tight. You can check to see if […]

When it comes to your body, it is important to listen to the signs and signals it gives you. One of the most common signs that something may be wrong is a clicking or popping noise coming from your jaw. This can be a sign of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), which affects the joints connecting […]

Spring weather is here, and thoughts of summer are quickly following. Summer vacations would be more enjoyable without having to worry about how your teeth look when you smile. We are devoted to giving our patients the finest, most comprehensive dental care possible. Moreover, we pledge to pay attention to your needs and assist you […]

Myofunctional therapy exercises strengthen the tongue and other facial muscles that control breathing. These exercises can help prevent snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. They’re recommended for people suffering from conditions such as orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) such as mouth breathing, as well as sleep-disordered breathing, sleep apneas, and other disorders such as chronic sinusitis and […]

You know how when you’re really tired, you sometimes can’t seem to function properly? Maybe you roll out of bed and struggle to find the K-cup for your morning coffee. Maybe you’ve been up past your bedtime and can’t quite seem to finish that crossword puzzle. Worse still, what if you need to get to […]

The Ramones famously sang, “I wanna be sedated,” and for millions of patients undergoing dental procedures each year, that’s certainly a common sentiment. Sedation not only numbs the pain of your procedure, but it also puts you into a peaceful state of mind. Of course, sedation isn’t always the way to go. In fact, there […]

Feeling a bit tongue tied? Well, it’s not just an expression. Tongue tie is a real condition (also known as ankyloglossia) that affects upward of 5 percent of people. Tongue tie is present at birth, but sometimes it can be missed and not corrected in the patient as a baby, causing problems throughout childhood and adulthood. Problems […]