Sleep disorders are far from uncommon with 50-70 million American adults suffering from at least one sleep-related condition. Chances are most people have at least heard of sleep apnea. And while they may not know exactly what it is, they could very well have the condition. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is the most common variety of sleep apnea which is characterized by frequent breathing pauses during sleeping hours. This type of sleep apnea affects 18-25 million adults nationwide and can be Continue Reading ...
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4 Ways Porcelain Veneers Can Change Your Life
Hollywood celebrities, reality stars, and even musicians are often known or recognized for their ability to meet advanced beauty standards. While flawless skin, tone bodies, and impeccable wardrobes are a part of that standard, their teeth often steal the show. Few people are ever fortunate enough to be born with perfect chompers and celebrities are no different. Their trick involves round-the-clock beauty teams and a go-to solution that has set Tinseltown on fire since the 1930s. Fortunately, Continue Reading ...
3 Reasons to be Thankful for Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers may seem like a modern miracle, but they're actually a well-aged dental solution with roots right in Tinseltown itself. The invention took place in 1928 for a Hollywood film shoot when a dentist named Charles Pincus was commissioned to develop a device to help change the appearance of actors' teeth. At the time, it was merely a temporary solution meant to last the length of the shoot or project. It's no wonder that porcelain veneers are now the go-to “secret” beauty Continue Reading ...
3 Benefits of White Mercury-Free Dental Fillings
The dental industry has ancient roots, and most procedures have stayed relatively true to their early roots. Of course, certain things have changed to keep up with modern trends, safety requirements, and pain relief. Materials, however, have changed and evolved drastically over the years and will continue to do so. Silver, or amalgam, fillings have been a pivotal part of the industry for over 150 years. But, oh, how times have changed. With the discovery of holistic and biomimetic dentistry, Continue Reading ...
Why Porcelain Veneers Are the Fountain of Youth
If you've ever dreamed of having a perfect, drop-dead gorgeous smile, you're not alone. Few people are fortunate enough to be born with such beauty. Even your favorite reality stars and red-carpet celebrities rely on round-the-clock beauty teams to be camera-ready at any moment of the day. But most of those gorgeous grins have a common secret...and one that's obtainable for the masses. What is that? Porcelain veneers, of course. Not only can this modern miracle procedure give you the smile of Continue Reading ...
Replace Missing Teeth with Dental Implants
According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), almost 180 million Americans have at least one missing tooth and over 35 million Americans are missing all of their teeth. This may not seem like a big deal if you're young and healthy. But tooth loss can occur quickly and with little warning. It usually begins with poor dental care or illness and often ends with years of premature aging and confidence issues—as well as further health complications if the initial dental issues Continue Reading ...
Invisalign Means Never Missing a Treat on Halloween
Braces tend to be a rite of passage for approximately 75% of American adolescents. But they come with their own set of trouble and safety risks, especially around Halloween. In 2017, almost 180 million Americans spent over $9 billion on their favorite spooky holiday—and $2.7 billion of that total goes right to the sticky sweet stuff most kids pine for all year long. Some of the favorite choices of the season include hard and sticky suckers, caramel and taffy, and chocolate with sugary nougat Continue Reading ...
Say Goodbye to Silver: Why You Should Choose Mercury-Free Fillings
Many modern dental procedures have ancient histories and undergone minimal changes outside of the materials and safety precautions applied. Amalgam fillings, also known as silver fillings, have been part of dentistry for the past 150 years. But they're not really silver. Amalgams contain a mixture of metals including silver, tin, zinc, nickel, and copper. The most prevalent material, however, is mercury. In fact, silver fillings contain up to 50% mercury since it acts as a bonding agent for the Continue Reading ...
Recently Divorce? Start Over with a Smile Makeover
A recent divorce can make you feel like you’ll never smile again. But that feeling is only intensified when it’s attached to confidence concerns caused by existing dental issues. Suddenly the emotional attacks are compounded by thoughts of whether or not you’ll ever find someone worth smiling for again. And the truth is, an attractive smile is important in matters of the heart. According to a recent study, over 30% of Americans are unhappy with their smile, and 22% of those believe a more Continue Reading ...