How is sleep apnea likely to affect someone? If you or your loved one is dealing with this problem, your immediate concern may be with snoring, but there are other effects that can lead to worrying health issues. Because sleep apnea interferes with your sleep cycle, you are being robbed of the many health benefits that come with a full night’s rest. You can feel sluggish during the day, and have trouble concentrating. You could also see the condition impact your blood pressure, and increase your risk for hypertension and heart disease. If you believe you may need treatment for sleep apnea, you should know that your dentist can help, and that help may allow you to avoid using a CPAP machine. (more…)
Using Veneers To Make Corrections To Your Smile Flaws
Individuals who seek cosmetic dental work tend to have specific concerns, and seek to correct them with the least amount of work possible. In many cases, people who want to make improvements can see a smile makeover with the placement of porcelain veneers. When you have custom-made veneers affixed to your teeth, you can hide any visible flaws that have been negatively affecting them. Your dentist can talk with you about how veneers might be able to benefit you, and let you know what to expect from your procedure. In many cases, patients have a terrific new smile ready to show the world after just two appointments! (more…)
Do You Need To Worry About Your Periodontal Health?
If you want to avoid cavities, your obvious goal should be to take care of your teeth by keeping them clean, and limiting your sugar intake. When you think about preventive dental care, your goal should be to keep your smile safe, and to protect your gums. Whenever you brush and floss, you can make sure your gums are protected by working to thoroughly clean the area of your gum line. Bacteria that gather at the base of your teeth can move under your gum line and cause an infection. Gum disease can put your oral health in real trouble. An untreated infection can lead to complications, and you may find yourself at an increased risk for additional health concerns. (more…)
Making Sure Anxious Patients Feel At Ease During Treatment
Every patient who comes to our office can count on great support, in addition to terrific dental health care. For individuals who struggle with dental anxiety, a welcoming, reassuring environment can be particularly important. Individuals who suffer from dental anxiety can generally struggle with the idea of undergoing dental work, with varying degrees of severity. In some cases, it can make restorative dental work more daunting. For others, any time spent in the dentist’s chair will be stress-inducing. In addition to building strong relationships with patients, our practice can help particularly anxious patients by offering them dental sedation. This can help patients stay comfortable, even during more involved care. (more…)
Your Tooth Pain May Be A Sign Of A Cavity Problem
A dental problem can leave you with a pain in your tooth that makes meal time less pleasant, or even a persistent discomfort that follows you throughout your day. What can this indicate? Your discomfort may be a warning that you have a cavity, one that is in serious need of restorative dental care. It is important to bring a possible oral health issue to your dentist’s attention. While our bodies can recover from many ailments with the proper time and rest, tooth problems can continue to worsen. It is possible for a cavity to kill a tooth, and for oral bacteria to spread from that tooth to your jawbone, and even to other teeth! Your dentist can provide the appropriate treatment, which will include providing you with a life-like restoration. (more…)
Addressing Orthodontic Troubles Without Metal Braces
Your dentist can provide modern orthodontic care with Invisalign, a popular alternative to metal braces. There are several reasons patients will express an interest in Invisalign aligners. One reason is simply that they can correct problems with crooked teeth without the use of conspicuous braces, which disrupt their smile. Inconspicuous orthodontic treatment can be a big benefit to image-conscious teenagers, and to adults who worry about how braces might make them appear less professional. Of course, there will also be the added benefit of having an orthodontic appliance you can remove, so you have an easier time cleaning your teeth, and a better experience eating. With Invisalign, you can make remarkable improvements to your smile, while also making it easier to keep your smile in good shape. (more…)
Selecting A Whitening Treatment That Fits Your Needs
When it comes to selecting the right approach to whitening your teeth, one important consideration is which approach best fits your needs. Will it be easier for you to make time to see your dentist for an in-office appointment, or should you pick up the materials you need to whiten your teeth at home? Both options can provide you with remarkable improvements. While store bought products tend to limit their effects to surface stains, a professional whitening treatment can have a deeper, more notable impact on your smile. With that said, your teeth whitening needs might require something other than a traditional whitening procedure. If you have issues with intrinsic discoloration, an alternative cosmetic dental procedure might be the most appropriate choice. (more…)
Make Sure You Enjoy Regular Oral Care From Your Dentist
When your smile is bright, and your teeth seem healthy, is there any reason to see your dentist? If you want to maintain your good oral health, you should definitely plan to continue attending regular dental exams. At these visits, your teeth are given expert care through a detailed cleaning, and a careful review. The goal of ongoing preventive dental care is to keep your smile free from problems. While you can effectively keep your teeth safe with an effective daily oral health care regimen, your best chance of avoiding problems like tooth decay and gum disease will be through a combination of at-home and professional support. (more…)
Providing Support For Your Tooth After A Cavity Treatment
By providing you with the appropriate restoration after a cavity treatment, your dentist ensures your tooth can still handle biting and chewing pressure, and that it is safe from infection. Our teeth need this kind of protection because a cavity’s harm is permanent. While a cut or broken bone can mend over time, your enamel is limited in its ability to recover from damage. Fortunately, modern restorative dental care can see to it that you have lasting support, and that your restoration blends in with your smile. Your dentist will either provide a dental filling, or a dental crown, based on how severely your tooth has been affected by a cavity. (more…)
Solving Periodontal Problems With A Scaling And Root Planing
By taking action against a periodontal infection, you can protect yourself from potentially serious oral health concerns. When it is allowed to progress to an advanced stage, gum disease can damage the tissues supporting your teeth, and potentially cause you to lose them. There are also signs that gum disease can impact your risk for other problems, like heart disease. A scaling and root planing can help you target, and treat, a periodontal infection. This procedure will guard you against the possibility of developing advanced gum disease by attacking bacteria under your gum line. The process also involves treating your teeth under the gum line to make you less susceptible to a future infection. While this is not needed during every routine dental visit, it can be recommended when you show signs of periodontal problems. (more…)