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TMJ Exercises for Jaw Pain Relief
What's Causing Your Jaw Pain? If your jaw aches, clicks, or feels stiff when you chew or yawn, you may be dealing with a temporomandibular

Dry Socket Symptoms: What to Watch for After a Tooth Extraction
What Dry Socket Feels Like (And Why It Happens) If your extraction site has gone from sore to genuinely painful over the past couple of

Root Canal vs. Extraction: How to Know Which Is Right for Your Tooth
When a tooth is badly damaged, infected, or causing constant pain, most people want the same thing: a clear answer. Should you save the tooth

Why Are My Teeth Becoming Shorter? Causes, Treatment Options, and Prevention
If your teeth seem smaller than they used to, you are not imagining it. Many people first notice the change in photos, while flossing, or

How to Overcome Dental Anxiety: Tips for a Calmer, More Comfortable Dental Visit
For some people, scheduling a dental appointment feels routine. For others, it can feel like standing at the edge of a diving board, knowing you

How Much Does Dental Work Cost in Martinez, CA? A Complete Breakdown for Patients
If you have ever delayed a dental visit because you were worried about the bill, you are not alone. For many people, the cost of

About Dr. Amanda Backstrom
Dr. Backstrom was born and raised in Georgia and graduated magna cum laude with a BS degree in Biology from the University of Georgia in 2002. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine from Tufts University in Boston in 2007.
Recent Posts

TMJ Exercises for Jaw Pain Relief

Dry Socket Symptoms: What to Watch for After a Tooth Extraction

