When a tooth is extracted, it is important to replace that tooth so that its opposing tooth has something to push against. It also prevents the neighboring teeth from shifting into the open space. The options for replacing a tooth are an implant or a bridge. An implant is a metal post that is surgically…
A Full Mouth Reconstruction or FMR involves rebuilding and/or replacing all, if not most, of the teeth in a mouth. It improves the esthetic of the mouth, but more importantly, it also improves the health and function of the mouth. Who Needs a Full Mouth Reconstruction? If there are multiple issues where most of the…
And so, the first month of the decade has come and gone- but that’s okay! It is a new month, and with it comes new and great things! This month is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and while it isn’t something new, it is definitely something great. Every year on this month, dental health professionals…
Sleep Disordered Breathing in Children Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) in children displays as one or more of the following symptoms: snoring, mouth breathing, restless sleep, bedwetting, hyperactivity, daytime drowsiness, or pauses in breathing. When a child’s breathing is disrupted during sleep, the body thinks the child is choking. Treating SDB can significantly improve a child’s…
What is in Charcoal Toothpaste? Charcoal toothpaste’s main ingredient is charcoal. Not just any charcoal, but activated charcoal. Natural substances such as wood and coconut shells are turned into charcoal through a slow-burning process. The charcoal is oxidized under extreme heat and turned into activated charcoal. The surface of activated charcoal’s particles is porous, which…
Do you snore loudly? Do you sometimes stop breathing when you sleep? Do you wake up with shortness of breath or morning headaches? Do you have attention, concentration, or memory problems? These are just a few of the symptoms of sleep apnea. If you have one or more of these conditions – tell your dentist…