Whether you snore or sleep next to someone who does, it’s important to know that snoring can actually be a symptom of some major health issues. Most people snore on occasion, especially if they sleep on their backs, have allergies, or are particularly congested. However, of greater concern, are the undiagnosed adults who likely have […]
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When your orthodontist is trying to move your teeth, he also needs to work with the laws of physics. If you start to pull on the teeth, there’s a chance that they will slide the wrong way—especially if you are just trying to close a gap or move a single tooth. In these situations, what
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Below is my address in its entirety. The title of my speech “Inspirational Wisdom for the New Graduate” was written to inspire my fellow alumni with references from my experience, humorous anecdotes and spiritual pearls. I hope that at least the essence of my thoughts help those who seek challenge, intellectual adventure and are able
There are many situations that can destroy or alter your facial bones. A facial injury or even missing teeth can cause the bones of the face to lose the strength to support facial contour. In some cases, patients who could benefit from dental implants may not be able to get treatment because of insufficient bone
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Orthognathic surgery, or corrective jaw surgery, is done by your oral and maxillofacial surgeon to treat various irregularities in your jaws and teeth. The surgery improves jaw alignment, speaking, chewing, breathing, and bite issues. Although some people choose the surgery as a cosmetic treatment to improve the appearance of the jaw area, it is usually
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Hollowed cheeks are a sign of aging and can give your face a very sick and old look. It can rob you of your beauty and make you look older than you really are. However, there is no need to worry; there are treatments available for this problem. The primary reason for this hollowing is
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What do people see when they first look at you? Chances are that one of the first features they notice is your smile—and your teeth can make or break that first impression. If you want to dazzle those around you, you need white and shining teeth, while if you have yellow and mismatching teeth, people
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Do You Need an Apicoectomy? The nerve of the tooth can become inflamed due to trauma or severe decay. This inflammation is irreversible and at times leads to death of the tooth root. A root canal procedure is usually done to correct this condition. However, some root canals fail later on. This is when Dr.
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The whole business of sleep is mysterious to most people. There is far more going on than you realize. And one thing that could be happening is sleep apnea. While it seems realitively harmless, it can, in fact, be very dangerous. If you think you may suffer from sleep apnea, based on the observations of
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Oral cancer is among the least of the things we would want to experience, yet anyone can be at risk of having the disease. It is an unusual growth of cysts, tumors, or soreness in the mouth that just does not disappear. This medical condition can be life-threatening especially if undiagnosed or not properly treated during
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