Sleep apnea in pregnancy occurs due to higher levels of estrogen and progesterone hormones that lead to fluid retention in the body.
Most people understand that driving under the effect of alcohol or drugs can cause dangerous as well as fatal consequences, but driving while sleepy can be just as lethal. While many drivers avoid getting behind the wheel under the influence of alcohol, the negative impact of drowsy driving is usually underestimated.
Therefore, despite...
Just by looking in your mouth, dentists can tell you a lot more beyond your oral health condition. It may sound slightly creepy, but it’s interesting what your mouth condition can show about your habits or behavior to a dentist. Your dentist can easily point out your unhealthy habits, favorite beverages, and if you have been neglecting...
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...
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...
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...
Dental patients demand superior care and personal attention with every treatment they receive. Today, they openly communicate their healthcare experiences online. It has become important for dental care practices to enhance patient experience which helps in boosting patient loyalty and ultimately converting the dental...
We all enjoy sugary snacks and sparkling sodas. However, are you aware that they can cause your tooth enamel to erode?
Tooth erosion gets triggered by acid attacks and causes irreparable damage to the tooth enamel. Enamel loss often begins as a simple annoyance and develops into a severe dental...
British scientists have synthesized a material that can help in regeneration of hard tissues like dental enamel and bone to curb and treat tooth decay and sensitivity.