If you continue to ignore a problem in your life, it seems safe to assume that it will worsen over time. This is certainly true with dental problems. Our teeth are durable, but problems like physical damage and decay can have consequences that require professional dental treatment. Reacting promptly to a sign of oral health […]
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When you go to sleep at night, you might be putting your smile at risk for damage! A person who struggles with bruxism can continue to grind their teeth while they rest, and that pressure can lead to wear and tear. Eventually, the continued stress on your enamel can lead to significant chips and cracks! […]
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Bruxism is a problem that can grow increasingly more harmful over time. When you first develop a nighttime teeth grinding issue, you can feel discomfort in your teeth, face, and jaw when you wake up. If you start to develop persistent issues with your jaw, you can have pain in your face, neck, and head […]
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The ability to enjoy a good night’s rest is something you should certainly appreciate. If you start to experience problems that make sleep difficult, it can affect your mood, and your health. At our Kansas City, MO dental practice, we can help you address certain issues that interfere with your rest. If you are suffering […]
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Your oral health and your general health can be more closely linked than you might realize. Because of this, you can find that a problem that seems like a “general health” concern is something your dentist can help you address. For example, problems that interrupt your sleep can sometimes be treated through dental care. At […]
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Some people face more risks for dental damage than others. If you are active in sports, or if you have any young athletes in the house, an injury can lead to serious dental trauma. For people who struggle with bruxism, a nightly habit of teeth grinding can lead to wear and tear, or even significant […]
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Is your dentist really the right person to speak with when you have a problem that affects your rest? When it comes to issues like sleep apnea and bruxism, our Kansas City, MO dental practice can provide important relief from your troubles! While sleep apnea causes a person to snore, it also causes interruption to […]
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While mouth guards are often associated with sports and safety, there are other guards that can benefit individuals. In some cases, patients can special custom appliances to help them sleep without snoring, and to address sleep apnea. Custom guards can also be provided for those who deal with bruxism, and tend to grind their teeth […]
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Sleep apnea is a common health condition characterized by excessive, loud snoring as well as the cessation of breathing while asleep. For many people, it limits their ability to sleep peacefully and consistently throughout the night. A lack of adequate sleep impairs a person’s ability to function, which can have a severe impact on their […]
Do you grind your teeth in your sleep? You may not even realize it. Believe it or not, it’s a fairly common problem that affects a lot of people. Tooth grinding is also known as bruxism and most often happens when people sleep and most people have no recollection of doing it. Often times, the […]