Trick or Treat? Myth Number Two October 1, 2015 I have white teeth, so they must be healthy. TRICK. White teeth can still be hiding infections or cavities, so regardless of how your teeth look it’s still critical to visit the dentist twice a year. While discoloration can be a sign of unhealthy teeth, it isn’t always the case. Teeth do discolor as we… Read More
Trick or Treat? Myth Number One October 1, 2015 What’s your dental IQ? These dental myths can have patients scratching their heads, so read on to ensure you’re making wise dental health choices. When my gums are bleeding, I should ease up on brushing. TRICK. While irritated and bleeding gums make you want to leave them alone to heal, don’t. Bleeding gums are a… Read More
Diabetes & Snoring: A Dangerous Combination September 8, 2015 Most patients with diabetes know their high glucose levels make them more susceptible to oral issues like gum disease, tooth loss and dry mouth. But, perhaps more seriously and certainly less well-known, diabetes and Obstructive Sleep Apnea are also related. While the majority of Americans would agree that a lack of sleep often leads to… Read More
The Surprising Link Between Snoring and Heart Health September 8, 2015 Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in America, and both snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea can be early indicators of cardiovascular trouble. Snoring can indicate damage to the arteries that supply oxygenrich blood to the brain, and snoring is a bigger risk factor for stroke and heart attack than smoking, being overweight or… Read More
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Increases Stroke Risk September 8, 2015 While heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, stroke isn’t far behind at No. 5. According to the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, patients with stroke have an increased incidence of sleep apnea. The Center for Sleep Medicine confirms that moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea increases the… Read More
Could Women Be Misdiagnosed? August 31, 2015 Studies have shown that men are twice as likely to develop sleep apnea as women, but this may be due to misdiagnoses in women. While it’s true that one of the greatest risk factors for sleep apnea is being male, this doesn’t mean women don’t also suffer from snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. In fact,… Read More
The Denture Dilemma August 13, 2015 Dentures have come a long way since their early days. Technological advances in both dental materials and denture construction mean full and partial dentures are more natural and comfortable than ever before. But dentures are not always an ideal solution. So, if you’re like the majority of Americans who have dealt with tooth loss, on… Read More
The why of wisdom teeth removal July 21, 2015 Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are at the back of the mouth and are typically the last adult teeth to come in, if they do come in at all. Wisdom teeth usually appear between ages 17 and 21, but problems can develop sooner that require wisdom teeth removal. An impacted wisdom tooth occurs because… Read More
Play it safe with mouth guards July 21, 2015 During both recreational and organized sports, it’s important to protect your child’s face and teeth from serious, painful injuries. According to the National Youth Sports Foundation for Safety, dental injuries are the most common orofacial injury sustained during sports participation, and, not surprisingly, an athlete is 60 times more likely to sustain damage to the… Read More
Sparks dental sealants help prevent cavities July 20, 2015 Even when kids brush and floss carefully, they are susceptible to decay in their hard-to-reach molars. Dental sealants have long been proven a safe, cost-effective dental procedure to avert tooth decay for an average of five to seven years. Dental sealants are a thin plastic film that forms an impenetrable barrier on the surface of… Read More