SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Life expectancy in the United States is not what it was prior to the coronavirus pandemic, but it is back on the upswing: at 77.5 years, according to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Genetics is a factor in your lifespan but so is taking […]
Author: Ariana Ebrahimian
5 Warning Signs that you are Overdue for a Dental Checkup
Categories: General Dentistry
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA The American Dental Association recommends that each person see their dentist every six months for a checkup. During the COVID-19 pandemic, however, many people lapsed in their regular regimen of dental care. One study in 2022 found that one-third of respondents had not been to the dentist at all since […]
Important Facts for would-be Invisalign Wearers
Categories: Invisalign
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Are you looking into orthodontic treatment for your child? Perhaps you were not able to receive treatment as an adolescent, or you did straighten your teeth when you were younger, only to experience orthodontic relapse. Whatever the circumstance, Invisalign® provides an exciting and increasingly popular alternative to straighten your teeth. […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Sleep Apnea
Categories: Sleep Disorders
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of sleep apnea, a sleep-breathing disorder characterized by loud snoring and choking noises due to frequent — and usually quite lengthy — pauses in breathing. The pauses in breathing disrupt a person’s sleep cycle, and the lack of oxygen to the body […]
What are the Dangers of Untreated Sleep Apnea?
Categories: Sleep Disorders
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA The quality of your sleep is just as important to your health and well-being as exercise and a well-balanced diet. Scientists have linked undiagnosed sleep apnea to an increased risk of serious health issues like cardiovascular disease, hypertension and stroke. It can also be deadly if someone, exhausted from a […]
Can Whitening cause Dental Problems?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Today there are so many options out there to brighten your smile: toothpaste, store-bought whitening kits, oral rinses, the list goes on and on. With so many choices, it is important to select the best and safest product to whiten your teeth in Scotts Valley. Today on the blog, your […]
The Hidden Costs of getting a Tooth Pulled
Categories: General Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Americans spent as much as $162 billion on their health care in 2021, according to the American Dental Association. And just like your overall health, it’s better to spend money preventing issues than paying for expensive treatments later. However, failing to properly care for your teeth may lead to tooth […]
Take a Deep Breath, and Let’s Talk about Sleep Apnea …
Categories: Sleep Disorders
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Millions of Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and some don’t even realize it. If your bed partner complains that you snore or gasp for air at night, you may have OSA. Today, our sleep apnea dentist in Santa Cruz is explaining what sleep apnea is, and we’re diving […]
Why Do I Wake Up Tired No Matter How Many Hours I Sleep?
Categories: Sleep Disorders
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA We’ve all experienced mornings when we wake up feeling groggy and unrested, despite seemingly getting a full night’s sleep. While various factors could be at play for why we feel exhausted as soon as our feet hit the floor in the morning, one often overlooked culprit is sleep apnea. In […]
Break these Dental Habits
Categories: General Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA It’s said that the condition of a person’s mouth and teeth is a window into his or her overall health. So it only makes sense that we should want to take great care of our teeth. But every day, many of us engage in habits — some seemingly harmless and […]
