In the US, around forty million people regularly have migraines. Worldwide, that number is closer to one billion. According to the National Headache Foundation, migraines are the #2 cause of disability worldwide. Migraines are a phenomenon that negatively affects so many people yet 16 million sufferers in the US alone… Read More…
At Stanley Dentistry, we loving giving back to the Wake County community in any way we can. We decided that this summer, we would focus our outreach efforts on our furry friends in need. Post COVID-19 life has been hard for a lot of people — which means it’s also… Read More…
Think you have an ear infection? The pain may actually be stemming from issues with your jaw. As strange as it sounds, ear pain and the TMJ (temporomandibular joint) are intricately connected. The TMJ connects your jawbone to your skull and allows you to eat and talk. It’s located near… Read More…
Does your jaw click when you’re talking or eating? Do you wake up in the morning to a sore or “locked” jaw? Are you suffering from persistent ear pain that your doctor can’t diagnose? If you answered “yes” to even one of those questions, there may be a problem with… Read More…
For what feels like the millionth morning in a row, you wake up with a sore jaw, a painful headache, and facial pain. You’ve gone to your dentist and your general doctor about the problem but they’ve yet to give you a real, solid solution. Your dentist gave you a… Read More…
Chances are, going to see the dentist is not at the top of your to-do list. Most people don’t necessarily enjoy their trips to the dentist — even if they understand that they’re necessary. While modern-day dentistry may still make some people uncomfortable, there have been huge improvements over the… Read More…
It’s that time of the year again! We’re happy to announce that, from May 1 to June 16, we will be accepting applications for our Find Your Smile scholarship! The scholarship is intended to reward a deserving student who is or will be attending a 4-year college or university and… Read More…
Almost everyone will experience some kind of jaw pain or jaw clicking at some point in their life. Sometimes these symptoms are serious and can point to a larger issue and sometimes they’re purely temporary and go away on their own. Because jaw clicking is so common, we do tend… Read More…
Should you be worried about getting a dental x-ray? Or do the benefits outweigh the risks? Dr. David Baranowski breaks down dental x-rays and why you should get them.
We’re very happy to welcome Dr. James Harold to our practice! Dr. Harold specializes in helping patients suffering from TMD/TMJ.
Are whiter teeth actually healthier? Or is it purely cosmetic? Our dental experts break down the difference between pretty and healthy teeth.
Recent studies show that people with periodontal disease are more likely to suffer severe symptoms after contracting COVID-19.