Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes your breathing to shorten and repeatedly paused when you are asleep. It is a disorder that can cause more harm than just decreasing the quality of your sleep and making you feel exhausted. Also, sleep and its possible role in protecting your brain have lately become a critical area for dementia...
Many people get embarrassed because of their discolored teeth. Did you know that many of your favorite foods and beverages can lead to tooth discoloration? There are certain foods that you should avoid to prevent stained teeth, including sugary snacks and some beverages. It’s necessary to understand the various types of discoloration to...
Veneers are considered versatile because they are beneficial for treating a range of teeth problems. Whether you want to treat a single tooth or are looking to transform your entire smile, a cosmetic dentist will help you get a customized treatment with veneers to meet...
While you might consider that improper brushing and flossing can only put your teeth and gums at risk, many studies in recent years have revealed that people with poor oral health are at a much higher risk of developing several other chronic, long-term health disorders. Experts advocate that maintaining good oral health helps check dental...
The New Year is traditionally a time to make resolutions for improved dental health and smile. To increase your chances of keeping this year's resolutions, make them specific. Don't simply say, "I'll be healthier"; instead, state what you will do to be healthier and how you will keep your teeth and smile healthy.
Here are 5 things that you can...
Even though your tooth enamel is the hardest and the most mineralized tissue in your body, biting on hard foods, injuries, or accidents can lead to a tooth fracture or broken tooth. Factor in if the tooth already has a cavity or a major filling, and it makes the tooth more susceptible.
It’s important to treat a broken tooth because it prevents...
A denture is a removable alternative for your missing teeth and nearby tissues. It is made using acrylic resin, occasionally in combination with different metals. A complete denture replaces the entire set of teeth, while a partial denture fills up the gap left by missing teeth and prevents other teeth from shifting their position. Your dentures...
Breathing new life into age-old orthodontic techniques, 6 Month Smiles is a ground-breaking system that can improve your teeth alignment in as little as six months. This unique treatment focuses on quickly correcting the cosmetic appearance of your visible front teeth, using transparent brackets and tooth-colored wires that are barely...
If you're sleeping regular hours every night but not getting enough rest, you may be displaying some symptoms of sleep apnea and not even be aware of it. Sleep apnea is a common yet severe disorder in the United States. Untreated sleep apnea can be so devastating that it can severely destroy your health.
Understanding Sleep...
Surprising to most people, dental amalgam fillings or mercury-based silver fillings contain above 50 percent mercury, which is an extremely toxic heavy metal. Furthermore, according to research on amalgam fillings by the CDC, that amount of mercury can lead to kidney and reproductive health problems.
The Dental Amalgam Mercury Solutions, a...