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How sleep apnea and depression are connected.

The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Depression: Top Ways Dental Professionals Can Help

Sleep Apnea Management in Dentistry It’s not uncommon to toss and turn some nights, but for those living with sleep apnea, a good night’s sleep can be seemingly elusive. Sleep apnea, particularly obstructive sleep apnea, is a condition that disrupts sleep patterns, leading to daytime fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and a host of other health-related issues.…
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Dental care with limited mobility.

Dental Care for People With Limited Mobility: Tips for Making it Easier

Aging can bring a variety of challenges in day-to-day life. Limited mobility can be among the most impactful, affecting nearly everything you do. It can also make it more difficult to get the care you need in terms of both general and oral health. Missing out on important dental care only leads to further health…
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Get a perfect smile with porcelain veneers.

Porcelain Veneers: 8 Reasons They Make a Perfect Smile Makeover

Are you 100% happy with your smile? If not, porcelain veneers could be just what you’re looking for. This versatile cosmetic treatment attaches custom-made layers of thin porcelain to the faces of your teeth, providing a flawless and natural-looking appearance. They can deliver these key benefits for your smile makeover. How porcelain veneers can improve…
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Sleep appliances can help

Sleep Apnea and Your Dental Health: How Sleep Appliances Can Help

Sleep apnea is a potentially deadly condition that occurs when you start and stop breathing during sleep. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize that they have sleep apnea. And many people don’t know that their chances of developing sleep apnea increase with age. But understanding what sleep apnea is, knowing if you have it, and how…
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Dental implants for seniors

5 Benefits of Dental Implants: Restoring Function and Confidence

Your Guide to Dental Implants for Seniors According to the CDC, nearly 1 in 5 adults age 65 or older has lost all of their teeth. And whether you have lost one, two, or all of your teeth, chances are that it has significantly affected your quality of life. Missing just one tooth can make…
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You should have proper bite alignment.

Bad Bite? 3 Treatment Options for Proper Bite Alignment to Prevent TMJ/TMD

A misaligned bite can lead to various oral health issues, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (referring to just the jaw joint itself) and temporomandibular disorders (TMD). TMJ disorders affect a significant portion of the population, with approximately 12% of people in the US experiencing them at any given time. Interestingly, women are more often affected,…
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