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What is a dental bridge? A dental bridge is a dental appliance that fills the gap of one or more missing teeth. A dental bridge provides support to nearby teeth while replacing the missing teeth with false teeth made from a variety of materials, including porcelain fused to metal. Why you might need a…
Sleep apnea is a condition where the individual’s sleep is interrupted throughout the night due to a blockage of the airway. This blockage is due to soft tissue in the mouth or throat that collapses preventing oxygen from reaching the brain. This signals the brain, and the patient awakens often with a snorting or coughing…
Getting dental implants is often an exciting endeavor for patients who are eager to restore a complete smile, but it also entails some planning for before and after the procedure. For example, patients should be prepared to miss a couple days of work following dental implant placement. However, most people recover rather quickly and are…
We’ve all been told since childhood that it’s important to take care of our teeth, but many of us still hold misconceptions about dental health, oral hygiene, and how to be sure we keep our smiles intact and beautiful. Some of these misconceptions can lead to long-term problems with our dental health. Here are some…
Sleep apnea is a condition in which you stop breathing temporarily while you are sleeping. Although you begin breathing again after a few seconds, you typically are jolted out of deep sleep multiple times during the night when this happens. Apnea can cause a wide range of symptoms, some of them severe. Some studies have…
Even a single missing tooth can create numerous long-term problems with your dental health. If you have missing teeth, you should consult with your dentist or prosthodontist about dental implants to prevent these health issues from developing. If you are not a good candidate for traditional implants, another approach such as All-on-4 can give you…
Regular oral hygiene is vital to your dental health. It helps your teeth stay clean and helps prevent gum disease. Tending to your teeth regularly also helps you notice any problems before they have a chance to become serious. This is particularly true in regards to gum disease. If your gums bleed when you brush,…
TMJ disorder is a condition that produces significant discomfort and a reduction of oral function. Sometimes the symptoms of TMJ disorder can resolve on their own if corrective behaviors are taken such as breaking the habit of bruxism or incorporating stress reduction techniques to help ease strain on the temporomandibular joint. For the most part,…
Dental crowns are a treatment commonly used in restorative dentistry to help shore up a tooth that has been heavily damaged or extensively decayed. Crowns are also placed on teeth that have undergone root canal therapy. Crowns can be cleaned and maintained just like your other teeth, although porcelain crowns can require some special considerations…
Stress can have a detrimental effect on your health, and this includes your oral health. Stress weakens the immune system, making it harder for your body to fight illness and infection. It can also aggravate symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Taking measures to reduce your stress can help reduce these unwanted side effects. The…