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Why You Should Bring Up Sleep Apnea at Your Next Dentist Visit

Why You Should Bring Up Sleep Apnea at Your Next Dentist Visit

December 18, 2021

Key Takeaways Your dentist may recognize dental findings and symptoms associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), even if you haven’t been diagnosed. Loud snoring, breathing pauses, teeth grinding, and daytime exhaustion are concerns worth discussing during your dental appointment. For some patients with diagnosed OSA, custom oral appliance therapy may provide an alternative when CPAP …

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Warning: There Is a Link between Gum Disease and Oral Cancer

Warning: There Is a Link between Gum Disease and Oral Cancer

September 10, 2020

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about half of all adults have gum disease. Despite the commonality of the condition, its seriousness shouldn’t be underestimated. Some studies have shown that fatty acids from the bacteria present in gum disease might lead to the growth of oral cancer. Bacteria and Oral Cancer …

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5 Foods that Can Help Fight Cavities and Tooth Loss

5 Foods that Can Help Fight Cavities and Tooth Loss

June 10, 2018

Here’s a reason to smile: some of the most delicious snacks are actually good for your teeth! We’ve compiled a list of foods that help build healthy gums and teeth, or help control plaque and acidity. So go ahead and eat for nicer teeth – just don’t forget to brush and floss after! 1. Cheese Cheese …

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Why Do I Fear the Dentist? (Hint: It Could Be in Your Genes!)

Why Do I Fear the Dentist? (Hint: It Could Be in Your Genes!)

December 28, 2016

In a recent study conducted by researchers at a West Virginia University, interesting new insights were found into why some people fear the dentist. The researchers found that some of the genetic factors that cause people to fear pain also make patients more likely to fear the dentist. This is one of the first instances …

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