in American culture don’t only befall the middle-aged and older. Many young people find themselves dealing with sleep issues and conditions. Poor sleep can affect an adult’s job performance, so the same can certainly be true of a child’s school performance, concentration, and grades. The way someone does throughout their education can potentially set them up for a lifetime of success (or lack thereof) in their careers.
Fillings Could Serve Multiples Purposes in the Future
can potentially re-mineralize teeth and change the (more…)
Don’t Snooze through this Sleep Apnea Quiz
Have you been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or do you suspect you might be in need of a sleep study to see if your breathing is stopping throughout the night? The Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group can improve your knowledge about sleep apnea and help you determine whether you should schedule a consultation for diagnosis and treatment.
Questions
Q1. True or False – There are two types of sleep apnea. (more…)
Answers to Questions about Teeth Whitening Options
at the Oasis Family Dental, will answer frequently asked questions about teeth whitening.
Teeth Whitening Q & A (more…)
On Halloween Night, No Sweets Before Bed
Halloween is just 10 days away, and you may be gearing up for a long trick-or-treating session with your kids. Not only are your kids likely to go on a massive sugar binge on October 31st, but parents have been known to take a little “candy tax” of their own. Bringing back fond memories of your own childhood Halloweens, you may feel tempted to raid the old plastic pumpkin after the kids are fast asleep. Unfortunately, if you are someone who has issues with sleeping, you may want to think twice about what you eat and when you eat it, no matter what day of the (more…)
Is your Snoring Affecting your Marriage?
Most people have irritating habits. If you are married, you have probably annoyed your spouse a time or to, especially if that habit happens when you are sleeping. Many marriage partners struggle to sleep while their spouses happily snore away right next to them. Surprisingly, there can be a dental fix to the issue of snoring.
Snoring Overview
When you sleep, a partial obstruction of the airway can cause snoring. Most often, snoring occurs when lying on your back. The blockage can be caused by enlarged tonsils or adenoids or by a collapse of the soft tissues in your throat. The interrupted air flow induces a rattling noise, unknown to the snorer but annoying to others in the same room. Generally, snoring is harmless. However, if you stop breathing briefly, off and on, during the night, then you may have a more serious condition known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). With OSA, the entire airway becomes blocked through a complete collapse of the throat. Serious potential effects of untreated OSA could include heart attacks, strokes, and high blood pressure.
Snoring and Spouses
Spouses with snoring partners become frustrated and irritable when they lose sleep due to snoring. They may or may not be able to stop their loved one from snoring temporarily, but it usually feels like a losing battle. Some partners choose to sleep in separate rooms. Research has shown that when a spouse’s quality of sleep is diminished, tension in the marriage is often greater. If your mate is at their wit’s end with your snoring, consult with your dentist and/or general physician. An effective option today is a sleep apnea oral appliance which keeps your tissues from collapsing while you slumber.
Sleep Apnea Help from Moreno Valley Dentists
Visit your dentists in Moreno Valley if you have concerns regarding any of your comprehensive dentistry needs. We can also help with any of your general dentistry needs. To schedule an appointment at our 92533 dentist office contacting us at (951) 697-6800. Located in the 92533 area, we proudly serve patients from Moreno Valley and all surrounding communities.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Help from Dentists
Have you ever been told that you snore so loudly that you wake up the whole neighborhood? Have you ever been in the middle of a meeting at work and felt so tired you could doze off then and there? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is most common amongst people who are overweight, and/or middle-aged (and older). The Corona dentists at Dental Associates of Corona, will talk more about obstructive sleep apnea basics.
What is OSA? (more…)
Orofacial Pain: A Dentist Can Help
Orofacial pain is defined as any pain in, or around, the face. Along with general aches, patients with orofacial pain have reported dizziness, earaches, clicking or popping of the joints, teeth grinding, and sore jaw muscles. These unpleasant symptoms can make it hard to get through the day, and even harder to sleep peacefully at night. Poor sleep, coupled with chronic pain, can result in a diminished quality of life. The Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group discusses how orofacial pain relates to your dental health. (more…)
How Long Do Braces Take?
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The Quickest Option
The Six Month Smiles system consists of patented Lucid-lok clear brackets and Chameleon tooth-colored wires. Adolescents, teenagers, and especially adults appreciate the invisibility of this technique. To qualify as a candidate for this process, you will have to be in need of teeth straightening as opposed to looking to repair a misaligned bite. Because of the specific criteria, Six Month Smiles can be completed in a shorter time frame than traditional braces. Some patients mistakenly assume that shorter treatment time means that a higher force is used to straighten the teeth. The opposite is actually true. Since we are not be focused on repairing a bite issue with this system, gentler forces are used, so comfort is maximized.
A Force to be Reckoned With
You may want a little more explanation on just what we mean by force. When it comes to orthodontics, you may hear terms such as lower force, gentler force, harsher force, or higher force. Traditional metal braces utilize higher forces in order to straighten teeth and correct the bite at the same time. When we say “bite” we are referring to the way the upper and lower arches of your teeth fit together. When a patient’s bite is misaligned, the clinical term a dentist will use is malocclusion. Traditional braces call upon higher or harsher forces to repair malocclusion and straighten teeth. Six Month Smiles supplies maximum comfort during treatment by using lower or gentler force to focus on cosmetic issues.
Dental Checkups from Riverside Dentists
Interested in orthodontic options? Contact Dental Associates of Riverside at (951) 369-1001. Our family dentist office serves patients throughout Riverside County, including Corona, Temecula, and Moreno Valley.
Don’t Push Away Love because of your Smile
at the Oasis Family Dental are ready to consult with you.
Straighter Teeth are Cleaner Teeth
The most obvious benefit of orthodontics will be your gorgeous and straight teeth. Smiles are a huge advantage when developing a social or romantic life. They release endorphins, making you feel energized and happy. Frequent smiling can even improve your physical health. When your teeth are straight, they’re easier to keep clean, which means better breath for close interactions with others. Overlapping teeth can harbor food particles and bacteria, but that will be a thing of the past when orthodontics provide you with even spacing that’s a cinch to brush and floss.
Straighter Teeth Fast
Maybe you’re thinking this all sounds great, but you’re still going to have to weather the holidays with a tin grin. Not necessarily. If metal braces seem out of the question to you, Six Month Smiles or Invisalign are potential answers. You can still enjoy all of your social interactions without worrying about offending your date with food particles stuck in the brackets and wires. Invisalign, in particular, puts problems like these in the past since you can take the invisible alignment trays out to eat and brush your teeth. Six Month Smiles have a similar structure to traditional braces but work faster and are designed to blend in with your teeth.
Visit your Temecula Dentists
Are you interested in a consultation for orthodontic options? We offer the latest in available dental technology and comprehensive dentistry options to our patients. Contact our 92591 dentist office by calling (951) 695-2290 to schedule a consultation today. We proudly serve Temecula and surrounding communities.
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