Chew Gum for Increased Saliva Production

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Studies show that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after you eat can help prevent cavities. The key to chewing gum’s efficacy is a actually the body’s first natural defense against oral emergencies: saliva production. It is not the gum itself that fights cavities. Rather, the act of chewing the gum increases saliva production. Saliva… Read more »

Bruxism Damages Teeth

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Do you snore or grind your teeth loudly while you sleep? If so, you may have bruxism. Bruxism is a disorder in which you heavily grind your teeth while you sleep, and it can cause many problems. Unfortunately, most of us aren’t aware of the grinding because we are, well, asleep. This can be frustrating… Read more »

Causes and Genetic Factors of Sleep Apnea

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Did you know that not all causes of sleep apnea may be environmentally induced? In many cases, sleep apnea could be the result of genetic factors that you have very little to no control over. In addition, sleep apnea also exists in two major forms, central sleep apnea, and obstructive sleep apnea, with the causes… Read more »

A Great Smile Can Be Yours with Dental Veneers

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A great smile can be yours with dental veneers. With a small procedure, your stains and cracks can be concealed and covered to make way for a much healthier looking exterior. Not only will your teeth look better, but your smile feels better too, giving you a heaping helping of self-esteem going forward. Here are… Read more »