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January 20, 2016

Sleep Study – What Is It? Who Needs It? What Are They Looking for?

Your health care professional has ordered a sleep study on you. What is it and what do they do during one? What are they looking for and what will happen during the study? We will take a good look into what exactly happens during a sleep study as well as why you may need one.  What is a Sleep Study? […]
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December 14, 2015

CPAP Alternatives

Is there a CPAP Alternative when it comes to sleep apnea?  The CPAP machine with the face mask has been the most widely recommended treatment for almost all those diagnosed with sleep apnea.  But what happens if you can’t, won’t or don’t get used to wearing the mask at night?  What are your options?  Let’s look at some safe CPAP […]
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November 2, 2015

Dr Mark Levy & Team Win Best Dental Practice in Columbus Ohio

Thanks to our wonderful patients in Hilliard & Columbus Ohio, Dr. Mark Levy and the practice was voted Best Dental Practice in Columbus Ohio for 2015 by Columbus CEO Magazine as an outstanding Columbus Ohio dentist. See our write-up in Newswire.
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October 6, 2015

How to Get Rid of Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing several, up to hundreds of times per night.  These spells can last just moments but the constant cessation of breathing can lower your oxygen levels.  If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to greater issues such as high blood pressure, cardiac disease, and even death. Risk Factors for Sleep […]
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September 28, 2015

TMJ Can Cause a Lot of Pain in Your Jaw, Is Your Pain from TMJ?

There are a lot of problems that can come from TMJ, also known as the temporomandibular joint. This specific joint is where your jaw hinges and connects to your skull. When this joint is inflamed, injured, weak, or otherwise not working properly, you could end up with a lot of pain that can change how much quality of life you […]
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September 15, 2015

Sleep Apnea and Weight

Sleep apnea occurs when your breathing is interrupted while you are sleeping.  There are two kinds of sleep apnea:  central and obstructive.  With central sleep apnea the brain fails to signal the muscles to breathe.  Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by the airway being blocked by the soft tissue in the rear of the throat.  Often times, people who suffer […]
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September 1, 2015

How to avoid getting TMJ

TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, is the joint that connects your lower jaw to the bones of your skull.  This joint, when functioning properly, allows you to talk, chew, yawn and other similar activities.  When problems arise surrounding this joint it can cause these activities to become extremely painful. What Causes TMJ Disorders It isn’t clear what causes TMJ disorders, but […]
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August 18, 2015

Sleep Study – What You Should Know

Whenever sleep issues arise without a known cause there is a common diagnostic tool used called a sleep study.  There are many different types of sleep studies that can detect what may be interrupting your sleep cycles and at what stage of sleep these problems are occurring.  The two phases of sleep that create majority of our time spent asleep […]
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August 11, 2015

Treatment Options for TMJ

The joint that keeps your jaw hinged to your skull is your TMJ, or temporomandibular joint. This joint gets a lot of use during one’s lifetime, and it can end up causing pain if that joint is not lined up just right during use. Pain in your TMJ can be the symptom of a much bigger problem, and it can […]
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August 4, 2015

What Makes FOY Dentures So Different?

If you have been considering getting FOY Dentures, then you may be wondering what the difference is between them and traditional dentures. For all intents and purposes, they look the same, after all. However, the way they are built and the effects they have on your face are obviously different. FOY Dentures are obviously different, and can give you a […]
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July 8, 2015

TMJ in Children

TMJ disorders affect the joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull.  This can cause soreness and tightness in the jaw that can make chewing, smiling and even breathing painful and difficult.  The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, can cause pain in the jaw and face as well as the head and neck.  This can also cause popping or clicking […]
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June 30, 2015

Sleep Apnea in Children

Sleep apnea is a disorder that affects millions of people by causing long or frequent pauses in breathing while asleep.  As a result of these pauses, oxygen levels fall and several other problems can arise.  While many people who have sleep apnea are adults, it is important to understand that children and teenagers are also susceptible to this disorder. What […]
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June 23, 2015

Is Sleep Apnea Dangerous?

Most people dismiss snoring as a non-issue, but it can be one of the first signs that you are suffering from sleep apnea. This ailment has the potential to wreak havoc on your body, and leave you facing other health issues that can make sleep apnea worse. It’s a vicious cycle, wherein you have one ailment that leads to more, […]
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June 9, 2015

The Basic Facts about TMJ

TMJ, also known as temporomandibular joint syndrome, is a disorder caused by injury to the joint that connects your jaw to your skull.  This joint is located in front of each ear and allows you to talk and chew.  This disorder targets the muscles and nerves of the joint and can cause pain while chewing as well as a clicking […]
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June 2, 2015

Is Sleep Apnea Genetic?

Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing while asleep.  The most common form of this disorder is obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, which occurs when your tongue or soft palette obstruct your airway.  It is currently believed that OSA can be genetic due to the factors that play a role in the disorder. Inheriting Sleep Apnea […]
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May 26, 2015

How Much Do FOY Dentures Cost?

Dentures are not cheap, and FOY Dentures are no exception to that rule. However, they do have value to them that is hard to put a price tag on. If you had the opportunity to find the Fountain of Youth, what would that be worth to you? Well, luckily for you, FOY Dentures can make you look years younger, but […]
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May 19, 2015

Are FOY Dentures Better?

There are many people debating between getting traditional dentures or FOY Dentures. If you are among them, then knowing the advantages of FOY Dentures would likely make your decision easier. Aside from doing as the name implies, of giving you the appearance of a facelift, there are other advantages that FOY Dentures can offer. Here are a few of them […]
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May 12, 2015

Why Choose FOY Dentures?

If you have been considering getting FOY Dentures, you are probably trying to figure out if they are worth it or not. There are many benefits that come with getting new FOY Dentures. One of the biggest advantages is looking and feeling years younger. However, that is not the only advantage to these technologically designed dentures. There are other perks […]
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May 5, 2015

How Do FOY Dentures Work?

FOY Dentures are a new form of dentures that are designed to give you a more youthful appearance when wearing them. They combine the effectiveness of standard dentures with advances in technology, giving you a more comfortable and flattering look when wearing your dentures. They are made to be more durable and leave you feeling more confident than you would […]
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April 7, 2015

Intravenous Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry is used to help people who are anxious about having dental work done feel more at ease during their procedures.  Millions of Americans face anxiety on various levels when it comes to having dental work done.  As a result, dentists have found a way to help their patients have good experiences while in their care.  While there are […]
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