Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by short intervals where breathing stops during sleep. The higher risk categories for obstructive sleep apnea are males, people who are overweight, those that have someone in the family that has sleep apnea, those over 65 years old, or anyone that uses tobacco products. Sleep apnea has been known to cause restless sleep, daily fatigue, hypertension, morning headaches, irritability, moodiness, depression, stroke, heart attack, diabetes, stroke, loss of productivity, and many other serious preventable problems. In addition to these problems we have compiled a few less known and possibly less understood implications of obstructive sleep apnea. (more…)
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Some Interesting Facts About Sleep Apnea
October 16, 2013
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How to Deal with A Dental Emergency
What are Examples of a Dental Emergency?
A bitten lip or tongue can cause bleeding that can be problematic. A dentist has the proper training to provide sutures for trauma caused injury. Broken or cracked teeth are common results of trauma. If the pulp is exposed this can lead to tremendous tooth pain. Your dentist has the ability to remedy these problems. Teeth that have been knocked out can also constitute a dental emergency. Often the underlying alveolar bone or the gingiva can be hurt by these problems. Oral injuries are often extremely painful and fixing them immediately can save teeth, bone, and soft tissues. (more…)
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What are the Benefits of Tooth Whitening
October 15, 2013
The FDA explains that “bleaching” is indicated for use when teeth retain the ability to be whitened beyond their natural color. Included in this category are products containing different bleaching agents like hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. “Tooth whitening”, by contrast, is the restoration of the natural color of the teeth by removing debris and removable stains. This is exactly why many of the “over the counter” advertised whiteners are permitted to utilize the term “whitening” when in fact it is a bit of a misnomer and the advertised results can be a bit misleading. (more…)
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Oral Health Reasons Why You Should Quit Smoking
October 10, 2013
The reasons to quit smoking are nearly to numerable to mention. The American Heart Association says that smoking is the number one preventable cause of death in America. Smoking causes nearly 20% of the deaths in this country and nearly all lung cancers are caused by smoking. Smokers live on average 13 years less than non smokers. This is only the mortality related bad news associated with smoking. Systemic and local problems arise from smoking that may indirectly or directly lead to disease or death. The good news is that the percentage of Americans that smoke has been on the decline now for over 15 years. The AHA also says that since 1965, nearly 45% of adults that smoked have quit. You could be one of the many that have been successful in this venture and see the incredible health benefits of doing so. (more…)
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How to Obtain and Maintain Healthy Gums
October 9, 2013
Gingival tissue is otherwise known as gum tissue or “the gums”. The gingiva is an incredibly important part of the oral cavity. It must be maintained in a healthy manner for the health of the teeth and the rest of the mouth. Periodontal disease affects millions of Americans. There are two major variations of periodontal disease (gum disease). Gingivitis is an overall swelling of the gingival tissue. It is the body’s immune response to oral bacteria, plaque, and calculus. When left untreated, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis. This is characterized by bone loss and a loss of the attachment apparatus of the teeth. This is often irreversible and can cause major health and asthetic problems in the oral cavity. (more…)
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Cosmetic Dentistry Can Transform Your Smile
October 1, 2013
Cosmetic dentistry is a form of dentistry that is specifically designed to create a aesthetically pleasing smile. Cosmetic dentistry goes beyond just the teeth. A dentist that has been trained properly will take the gingival tissues and smile design into consideration. There are a host of treatments that your dentist can offer to help you obtain a healthy smile. Below are some of the procedures that a cosmetic dentist can perform. (more…)
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