Periodontal disease, or gum disease as it is more commonly called, is one of the most prevalent diseases. Factors don’t include race, ethnicity or gender—we’re all at risk. Why do we get this disease? And what are some ways to treat it? Why Do We Get Gum Disease? Gum disease is a preventable disease. However, …
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Before you visit your dentist, do you experience a rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, or sweaty palms? If so, you’re not alone. There are so many people dealing with debilitating dental anxiety that researchers have been working hard to find ways to help patients feel better about going to the dentist. Dentists often take steps …
NuCalm – A New Tool to Help You Feel Calm during Dental Procedures Read More »
Anyone who has ever lost their teeth knows what a heartbreaking time that can be. The light at the end of the tunnel is the fact that they will soon be getting some beautiful dentures to replace the teeth they’ve lost. What an exciting day! The excitement can soon dissipate for many patients, though, when …
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What Can Be Done to Prevent Patient Discomfort? There are many patients who feel that they have to “grin and bear it” when it comes to loose and painful dentures. Thankfully, that’s not the norm. More dentists are focusing their efforts on doing whatever they can to rid their patients of uncomfortable dentures. Patients are …
Poor-fitting dentures…We’ve all seen someone with them You’ve also heard them…. clicking, slurring, causing all sorts of speech impediments. Dentures that don’t fit properly can cause more serious problems. Gums and tissue can be damaged by dentures that haven’t been fitted properly to your mouth and bite. Your oral health can also be compromised, which …
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Sleep apnea is a very serious condition – one that can cause major health problems. It can even lead to death, if not diagnosed and treated early. But obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, can cause even more damage that many people aren’t aware of – dental issues. What is the link between snoring, OSA, and …
Millions of people in the U.S. suffer from chronic migraines. Oftentimes, they haven’t been able to find relief from over-the-counter or prescription medications. At the most, these medicinal remedies only tend to dull the pain. Why do so many people with migraines? And how can they find some real relief? The answer to and remedy …
How a “Bad Bite” Can Cause Migraines and Muscle Pain Read More »
Those who suffer from sleep apnea understand how frustrating it is to wake up multiple times during the night. Muscles relax and can block the upper airway of the mouth, making breathing (and sleeping) much more difficult. An aid to sleep apnea that is often overlooked, but in many ways effective, is dentures. Denture wearers …
Do you ever wake in the morning feeling like your jaw spent all night at the gym while you slept? Do you have trouble hearing your own thoughts due to the cacophony of popping and clicking in your jaw? Has it ever felt like you’d never be able to open your jaw, or get it …
Sleep apnea affects millions of people each night. Caused by a blocked airway, sleep apnea can have harmful effects on your health because it robs your body of oxygen and restful sleep. Because sleep apnea occurs while you are asleep, you may be unaware that you suffer from the disorder. Here are three signs you …
