10Jan

7 Warning Signs of Sleep Apnea

by Dr Richard Barry

Sleep apnea affects over 25 million adults in the US today, and if you’re one of these, you may already be receiving treatment. Many people, however, may not even know they suffer with the sleep disorder, and this can lead to dangerous health problems down the road if not diagnosed and treated. Fortunately, dentists specialized

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15Dec

Pain is a protective mechanism that signals a health issue to your body, whether that health issue be minor and resolvable, or more worrisome. Jaw pain can happen to anyone as a result of jaw bone pain, muscle injury, nerve damage, clenched teeth, trauma, or even other bodily systemic factors. First, it is important to

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1Dec

Your teeth are composed of nerves, blood vessels, connective tissue, and enamel. When a tooth is damaged, either from bacteria (an untreated cavity), prior dental work or trauma, or decay, a tooth infection can form. A tooth infection can happen to anyone. People who have weak immune systems, smoke, cannot keep up with regular dental

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15Nov

The appearance of brown spots on someone’s teeth is very common. While most people refer to such irregular colored patches on one’s teeth as spots, these brown spots can also appear as brown lines or irregular, mottled areas.  Brown spots on teeth can range in appearance from yellowish light brown to dark brown. Discoloration, while

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1Nov

Blood Thinners and Dental Care

by Dr Richard Barry

Dental care procedures, such as teeth cleanings, inserting a crown, or performing a root canal, can occasionally result in bleeding of the gums. While bleeding is always minimized, some bleeding is unavoidable in dental procedures. There are typically no long-term effects nor high risks associated with slight gum bleeding.  However, in general, a person can

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15Oct

The mouth is the opening to many joys in our lives. Our complex oral and periodontal system helps us eat delicious foods, stay hydrated, talk to friends and family, and even breathe in the air.  But you may not know that the mouth is full of vibrant bacteria at all times. These bacteria are considered

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