Sleep Apnea~
1. Sleep related breathing disorder
2. Recurrent narrowing or collapes of the upper airway during sleep.
3. Potentially dangerous when left untreated.
4. Dentists can screen patients for OSA-related risk factors such as a large tongue or tonsils, large neck circumference, nocturnal choking or gasping, obesity, loud or irregular snoring,or breathing pauses during sleep.
Various treatment options are available for patients with OSA, including positive airway pressue therapy and oral appliances.
Dentists working collaboratively with primary care physicians and sleep specialists, as part of a multidisciplinary care team, can assist in providing optimal long-term care for patients with OSA, including long-term care dental and periodontal assessment, as well as fabrication and maintenance of properly fitted oral appliances that can be used safely over time.
Stress and the immune system.
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Stress and the Immune System
DID YOU KNOW?
Lemons are one of the only foods that are compatible with the digestive fluids in your body. This means regularly having a lemon, or lemon juice, can greatly enhance the amount of nutrients and amino acids that our body can take in.
Link Between Teeth Health and Diabetes -
According to the ADA, 22% of people with diabetes will experience severe periodontal disease during the course of their diabetes. Higher blood sugar numbers lead to a higher risk of infection - and it can become a vicious cycle that may be difficult to control.
If you have any of the following conditions, consult your dentist (Dr. Arnold): Gingivitis, Periodontitis, Chronic Dry Mouth,Chronic Thrush, Chronic Bad Breath, Chronic Toothache, Loss of Teeth
We are officially back open with our normal business hours! Call the office to schedule your cleaning or treatment appointments!
Keven Paul
February 6 at 2:58 PM ·
February is national children's dental health month. Encourage your children to drink tap water. Tap water is fluoridated and it is one of the most cost effective ways to prevent cavities. #drinkfromthetap #preventdecay #nationalchildrensdentalhealthmonth
Health tips!
