In general, healthcare professionals prefer to use non-invasive methods to alleviate obstructive sleep apnea in patients, such as CPAP machines and mouth guards. However, severe conditions may require surgery to fix, and orthognathic jaw surgery appears to be one that's relatively effective. Here's more information about this procedure to help you decide if it's right for you.
Extensive Oral Reconstruction
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when oral structures collapse into the airway, cutting off breathing.
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Even if you regularly visit your dentist to have your teeth cleaned, you may wonder if there is anything you can do at home to keep the tartar and plaque from building up. If so, use one or more of the following five natural ways to remove tartar buildup using food.
Bite Into An Apple At Snack Time
Instead of reaching for a candy bar or something else sugary for a snack, bite into an apple instead.
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When your baby starts teething, it's normal to feel both frustration and pride. Your little one is growing up, but you wish they'd calm down and sleep through the night again! But when that first tooth arrives and it has a strange, blue-gray, opalescent sheen, that frustration and pride are quickly replaced with worry. What's wrong with your baby's teeth? While there are a few possibilities, it's likely that your child has a condition called dentinogenesis imperfecta.
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According to the American Academy of Endodontics, approximately 15.1 root canal procedures are performed each year. In the majority of cases, the root canal is completely successful and the patient can live the rest of their life free of pain and worry. However, in a few cases, the root canal isn't enough to save the affected tooth, which can lead to severe discomfort and continue decay, even years after the original root canal was performed.
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If you have diabetes, then you likely know that you are at a higher risk of developing certain medical issues and complications. Gum disease is one of the medical problems that can occur if you are diabetic. Gum disease is prevalent among individuals with diabetes because the bacteria in the mouth feed off the sugary substances that you eat. If you do not manage your disease as closely as you should, then your blood sugar may be high.
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