Whether you refer to them as soft drinks, pop, or soda … regular consumption can have devastating effects on your teeth. The sugar and acid in soft drinks are the culprits. Regular visits to the dentist and an effective daily oral care regimen can help...
Moving to a new city can be stressful for many reasons … research is needed to locate the best schools, a safe place to live, and locations for grocery shopping, places of worship, and providers for health and dental care. It is always wise to...
Becoming pregnant is a momentous step for both parents; however, the mother will actually be carrying the child for nine months and will undoubtedly be affected in many ways. If you are trying to become pregnant, it is even more important to stick to a...
Sleep Apnea is a condition where tissues in or around the throat collapse blocking the airway preventing oxygen from reaching the brain. This occurrence can impact the patient up to hundreds of times every night. Although a sleep study is needed to accurately diagnose sleep apnea,...
If you are snoring so loudly that you’re waking yourself up at night, it might be a symptom of sleep apnea. In addition to loud snoring, this condition is marked by daytime drowsiness and frequent sore throats or headaches upon waking. It occurs when the...
Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease. If not caught and treated, it can escalate to periodontitis … at this point the patient is at risk of infection and possibly tooth loss. If you are attentive to your daily oral care that includes brushing...
One of the most economical and proficient means of enhancing your smile is available through professional teeth whitening. Teeth whitening options are numerous, but acquiring treatment through your cosmetic dentist will ensure you are using safe and tested products. If you buy teeth whitening products online or...
We do things every day that we consider normal and in some cases habitual. Some are harmless, but knowing about the harmful ones can lead to improved dental and overall health. While your dentist may caution you about things like brushing and flossing, some others...
Sleep apnea is a condition where the individual experiences a blockage of oxygen to the brain due to a collapse of soft tissues in the mouth and/or throat. This can occur up to hundreds of times every night with the sleep/waking cycle occurring each time....
Your permanent teeth are intended to serve you for your lifetime. However, improper care can endanger your teeth. We know that we are supposed to brush and floss every day; and visit the family dentist every six months for cleaning and exam. But did you...