June is National Headache Awareness Month
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, pain costs American businesses $100 billion annually in lost workdays, medical expenses and other benefits. It’s no easier on the thousands of workers who remain home from their jobs every day due to debilitating neck and head pain resulting from migraine or tension headaches. Many… Read More
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ClearCorrect is the clear and simple alternative to braces.
ClearCorrect is the simple, effective way to straighten your teeth, so you can get a smile you’ll love. It’s a series of clear, custom-made, removable aligners that gradually straighten your teeth as you wear them, each aligner moving your teeth just a little bit at a time. They’re practically invisible, so most people won’t even… Read More
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FLOSSING IS IMPORTANT
Why Floss? Dental floss cleans in between the teeth, where a toothbrush can’t reach. Floss removes plaque that accumulates between the teeth and gums.It helps to control bad breath. Floss is an important weapon against plaque., Many people don’t spend enough time flossing or brushing, and many have never been taught to floss or brush… Read More
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Healthy Foods for Healthy Teeth
You eat with your body in mind, so why not eat with your teeth in mind as well? It’s not just the typical sweets and sugars that can be damaging to your teeth; sometimes even healthy foods can be dangerous to your oral health. Do you know how to eat for your teeth? Dr. Martin,… Read More
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BRUXISM
At this time of our life’s do you find work or school stressing you out. You may be taking it out on your teeth. Bruxism is characterized by grinding your teeth and is often accompanied by clenching of the jaws. The literature has classified bruxism as a habitual habit, as well as a sleep disorder.… Read More
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BOTOX Press Release
Below is a copy of a recent press release that was sent to the local papers by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, of which I am an associate member. This is continuation of ours effort to integrate the facial and dental esthetics to help our guests achieve the best look they desire. Dr. Martin… Read More
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ORAL APPLIANCES FOR SLEEP APNEA
In conclusion to the last several blogs on sleep apnea I have found and complied the below information about dental appliances and sleep apnea treatment. It is important to remember that CPAP is still the gold standard of treatment but finally for those and the dental appliances can not be made without proper medical diagnosis… Read More
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SLEEP APNEA AND DENTISTRY
Often snoring is dismissed as an annoyance, but it can be a sign of a very serious condition known as obstructive sleep apnea. Snoring is caused by a blocked airway. The tongue falls backward during sleep and can fully or partially block the airway. The body then struggles to obtain air, and this causes the… Read More
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SLEEP APNEA
There has been so much attention given to sleep apnea and it’s consequences that I feel a 3 part blog on apnea and it’s implications, treatment and long term issues is very important. I will try to give an overview, treatment options and the role dentistry can play in your control of the breathing episodes.… Read More
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The Truth Behind Sweetening Substances in Vitamin Water
In trying to keep up with the theme of body health and the correlation to dental health there has been a lot in the news recently about Vitamin Water. I decided to do some research into the product and this is what I found. Much of this goes back several years but there has been… Read More
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