As a parent, it’s natural to have questions and concerns when it comes to your child’s orthodontic treatment. Here is a guide to help you understand the process and support your child throughout their treatment. Understanding the need for treatment: The...
November is TMJ Disorder Awareness Month, and Bennion & Lambourne’s offices across Billings, MT and North Wyoming are here to spread awareness of this common condition. Millions of Americans experience jaw pain associated with TMJ disorder every year. Not only...
Going to the dentist shouldn’t be reserved for your twice-a-year dental cleaning. There are many dental options at your disposal! Smile makeovers are a growing trend that are making people feel better about the way they look and feel. What are smile makeovers...
Approximately 1 in 10 people have an open bite, which is defined as teeth that don’t meet together when the mouth is closed. Also known as a parallel or overbite, it can occur for several reasons No matter what the cause, having an open bite that goes uncorrected will...
Did you brush your teeth this morning? Neglecting proper teeth care could cause serious consequences. In fact, oral disease affects nearly 3.5 billion people. Untreated dental cases in permanent teeth is the most common health condition. Meanwhile, about 10% of the...
The temporomandibular joints (TMJs) are a feat of nature. Effectively two sliding hinges, the TMJs allow the lower jaw to lower and close with ease. Not everyone is fortunate to enjoy optimal jaw function, though. A misaligned jaw can result in poor teeth alignment...
