The most successful treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a CPAP appliance, however, 60% to 83% percent of users cannot tolerate this device. With the high rejection rate of the CPAP, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine designated dental sleep...
Occlusal equilibration is a gentle procedure that allows your lower teeth to contact your upper teeth very evenly all the way around your mouth. The goal of this treatment is to create a "solid bite" that prevents stress on individual...
What is a root canal? When a cavity, or tooth decay, extends into the root, root canal therapy is often the most effective way to retain the tooth. This video shows root canal therapy which can be performed by your...
Gum recession is the process in which the gum tissue that which surrounds your teeth wears away, or pulls back, exposing the tooth's root. If left untreated, gum recession may ultimately result in tooth loss. Most people don't notice their gums receding...
Want to be able to eat ice cream again? Tooth pain that you experience because of sensitivity to hot, cold, or acidic food or drink can be caused by decay, fractured teeth or worn fillings. But gum disease, causing exposed...
Did you know? Your dentist or dental hygienist may be able to tell if you have diabetes before you even know you do? Clues in the mouth, medical symptoms you are experiencing and reporting to them, and even a chairside...
Dry mouth (reduced saliva, also known as xerostomia) is a problems because it creates a: -Higher risk of cavities, because saliva neutralizes and buffers acids in the mouth caused by foods and bacteria, as well as cleanses the teeth...
Did you know that 90% of pre-diabetics are unaware of their condition and 25% of Type II diabetics are unaware they have the disease? Many patients see their dentist or dental hygienist more often than they see their primary care...
Dr. Todd M. Britten and the team at Britten Periodontics & Implant Dentistry had an early start on Veteran's Day which is Friday, November 11th. They held their 3rd annual Free Dental Day for Veterans on Friday, November 3rd, 2017....
From Colgate.com:“After you eat, the small food particles left behind in your mouth break down into carbohydrates and sugars, which in turn the bacteria break down into cavity causing acids. These acids dissolve minerals from the tooth enamel, a process called...
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