Sleep apnea is a dangerous and sometimes downright deadly condition to have, at least if it's left untreated. Whether you're already receiving treatment or have just been diagnosed, you might be surprised to learn that you could potentially get help from not your doctor's office, but your dentist's. Here's what you need to know about sleep apnea and the way that a dentist can help you.
What Causes Sleep Apnea
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If your dentist had advised you that a tooth extraction is in your future, you might want to know about some potential complications. One side-effect of extraction is a dry socket. This sounds serious but is more annoying than dangerous, at least for most. Just so you'll know what's happening when the symptoms of a dry socket pop up, read below and take action.
Post-Extractions Worries
You may need to have a decayed or damaged tooth removed so that more permanent restorative work like an implant or a bridge can be used.
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You consider your smile to be relatively straight, and you've had people even ask you if you have had braces in the past. Even though you have never had braces before, you may feel inclined to give them a try today. After all, many adults are getting braces in these modern days, and you have many options to choose from to make your smile more complete. You can get traditional metal braces or opt for something more discreet like invisible braces or aligners or even lingual braces, which go behind your teeth and not in front.
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Dental care during childhood and adolescence is typically taken care of by parents or guardians. As we become adults, dental care can easily fall by the wayside. However, regular visits to the dentist are very important as we head through our adult years. Failure to take care of your oral health can mean dental decay and even tooth loss. While going to the dentist is important, there are a few things that you may not know.
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Invisalign is a fantastic alternative to metal braces. It can give you the same results without the need to wear bulky metal braces or allow your dentist to glue brackets to your teeth. Invisalign treatment works by shifting your teeth into place using a series of clear aligners that get progressively tighter. Many people appreciate that Invisalign treatment is practically invisible. While it's usually easier to care for clear aligners than to care for braces, you will still have to perform some basic upkeep.
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