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2009-02-03 | Dr. Michael Hrankowski, Edmonds Woodway Dental Care, will offer free dental treatment during a "Day of Caring" from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on February 28. Treatment is offered on a first come, first served basis. There is a limited of one procedure that can be accomplished in one appointment per person.
2009-02-02 | CPAP saves lives and has long been the gold standard of treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Gurnee dentist, Dr Ira L Shapira is improving lives and marriages in Illinois by treating Sleep Apnea and Snoring. www.ihatecpap.com helps patients across the United States find Sleep Apnea Dentists.
2009-02-01 | Most people are aware that metal dental fillings contain mercury. The mercury in fillings is an amalgam, or blend, of silver, copper and mercury that has been in use for over 150 years. A debate, known as the Mercury Controversy, has raged in the dental community.
2009-02-01 | It is truly amazing how intricate the human body is and how one area can so drastically affect another area in the body. This includes the effect of proper jaw alignment on the body.
2009-02-01 | For many people in today's world, headaches and neck pain are a daily occurrence. We often attribute the pain to the stress we are under or how busy we are. The pain is often overlooked and not diagnose. Are you one of the millions of people who suffer from symptoms of TMD?
2009-02-01 | Has your self confidence plummeted due to a yellow smile? With the numerous teeth whitening options modern, cosmetic dentistry provides, nobody should have to hide their smile on dates, in business meetings or during a stroll down the street.
2009-02-01 | If the thought of sitting in a dentist's chair evokes strong feelings of anxiety and actual fear, you are not alone. The truth is most people don't actually enjoy visiting the dentist, but regular dental cleanings and occasional dental work is vital to good oral health.
2009-02-01 | Often, patients who might value improving their smile aren't aware that there is an alternative to the metal braces that would detract from their appearance. Thankfully, a modern alternative to traditional braces exists that is nearly invisible to the human eye.
2009-01-27 | Repetitive surges and drops in blood pressure and blood flow in the brain might make people with sleep apnea more prone to have a stroke and die in their sleep, according to a new study December 2008 issue of the Journal of Applied Physiology. Does a major flaw exist in sleep research?
2009-01-27 | Oral Appliances and dental sleep medicine are growing in popularity compared to CPAP. CPAP and oral appliances are now considered first line treatments of sleep apnea and surgery is a secondary therapy. Too many patients do not like use their CPAP machines on a regular basis
2009-01-25 | Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
2009-01-25 | Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
2009-01-25 | Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
2009-01-25 | Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
2009-01-25 | Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
2009-01-25 | Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
2009-01-24 | Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth's Eagan office serves as a training ground for local dentists in addition to providing more room to treat patients.
2009-01-23 | Sarasota Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Charles Crane recently added Invisalign invisible braces to the list of offerings at his practice.
2009-01-21 | In these stressful times, a good night's sleep has become especially valuable, and increasingly difficult to get. Snoring and sleep apnea (a medical problem where the airway collapses during sleep) rob people and their bed partners of the rest they need to face their daily challenges.
2009-01-19 | In these stressful times, a good night's sleep has become especially valuable, and increasingly difficult to get. Snoring and sleep apnea (a medical problem where the airway collapses during sleep) rob people and their bed partners of the rest they need to face their daily challenges.