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. […]
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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 […]
Find out how Untreated Sleep Apnea could Lead to an Early Death
Categories: Sleep Disorders
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Sleep apnea is a common yet potentially life-threatening condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep, leading to a decrease in oxygen levels and disrupted sleep patterns. Despite its prevalence, sleep apnea often goes undiagnosed and untreated, posing significant […]
Does it Hurt to get Dental Implants?
Categories: Dental Implants
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Dental implants have become an increasingly popular way to replace missing teeth and restore a smile, but the process of getting them can sound a little scary and painful. After all, dental implants require our implant dentist in Santa Cruz to surgically insert an artificial, metal tooth root in the […]
How can a Smile Makeover Improve your Confidence?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA A smile makeover is a comprehensive treatment plan designed to enhance the appearance of your smile through various cosmetic dentistry procedures. From professional teeth whitening to porcelain veneers, dental bonding and orthodontic treatments like Invisalign, a smile makeover can completely transform your smile, and in doing so, it can transform […]
6 Ways to get Better Sleep this Spring
Categories: Sleep Disorders
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Nearly 70 million Americans suffer from sleep deficiency, according to the National Institutes of Health. Whether you have a difficult time staying asleep or still feel tired when you wake up, there are many causes to chronic daytime fatigue. Unfortunately, ignoring sleep loss may increase your risk of chronic conditions […]
Why Does My Child Continue to Wet the Bed?
Categories: Pediatric Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Bedwetting can be an embarrassing problem, especially for older children, and it can be frustrating for parents who feel they are powerless to help. Also called nocturnal enuresis, bedwetting is a common childhood issue that can persist into adolescence and sometimes even into adulthood. Recent research has revealed a surprising […]
Can Prescription Drugs Exacerbate Sleep Apnea Symptoms?
Categories: Sleep Disorders
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Prescription drugs are sometimes necessary to manage health conditions, but, unfortunately, they can aggravate symptoms of sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. The pauses can occur multiple times per hour, interrupting sleep patterns and restricting oxygen that the brain and body need. This […]
