Dental Blog

August 4, 2017

Detect Sleep Disorders such as Sleep Apnea with a Wearable Patch

It can be difficult to detect sleep disorders because most people don’t realize that their daytime symptoms are caused by a sleeping disorder. Even if they do suspect that they may have a sleep disorder, they’re often reluctant to speak with their doctor about getting diagnosed. We find that this reluctance is mostly driven by the fear of the unknown. […]
July 19, 2017

Untreated Sleep Apnea can Lead to Other Health Problems

Untreated sleep apnea is extremely dangerous for several reasons. Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is a treatable sleeping disorder. However, thousands of people go undiagnosed, untreated, or are non-compliant with their treatment plan. Mark Levy DDS wants to help spread awareness about OSA in order to ensure people are getting the care that they need. He’s made it a lifelong […]
July 12, 2017

The Discovery, Evolution, and History of Sleep Apnea

The history of sleep apnea is actually quite interesting. The diagnosis and treatment of the condition has evolved exponentially in recent decades. We continue to learn more and more about this dangerous sleeping condition with every study. The truth is, this disorder is so much more complicated than we could have ever imagined. Mark Levy DDS is passionate about treating […]
July 8, 2017

Stopping Sleep Disorders with the Use of Dental Appliances

Stopping sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is possible with proper diagnosis and treatment. One of the most important factors of stopping sleep disorders is understanding what causes them. When you understand your disorder completely then you are able to find and implement the most effective course of treatment. Mark Levy DDS is one of the foremost […]
June 21, 2017

Migraines and Cardiovascular Issues Could be the Result of Your Bite

Migraines and cardiovascular issues plague millions of Americans. Often times, doctors aren’t able to give a clear cause for these problems. However, new studies from 2016 are providing new insight to the cause of migraines and cardiovascular issues. The Link between Migraines and Cardiovascular Issues Dentists like Mark Levy DDS find that many patients suffer from migraines caused by malocclusion. This […]
June 14, 2017

Sleep Evaluation and STOP BANG Screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Sleep evaluation helps your doctor determine what problems you may have while you’re asleep. Sleeping disorders affect millions of Americans and many cases go undiagnosed. Sleeping disorders have a negative effect on your life if not properly treated. They can result in dangerous health problems such as high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, and even death. If you have an […]
June 7, 2017

Sleep Studies are Powerful Tools for Diagnosing Sleep Disorders

Sleep studies are the best way to diagnose sleeping disorders in patients of any age. Over 50 million Americans suffer from chronic sleep disorders. If left untreated, these sleep disorders can lead to depression, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and stroke. However, since many sleep disorders are only observable during sleep, they can be difficult to diagnose. Thankfully, sleep studies allow […]
May 31, 2017

Child Sleeping Problems and Tips to Improve Sleep

Child sleeping disorders are far more common than anyone realized. In fact, many common childhood problems can be attributed to your child sleeping poorly. Children and teens need quality sleep at night for their growing minds and bodies. It is recommended that your children sleep for at least nine hours each night. Any less than that and it could potentially […]
May 27, 2017

Child Insomnia Caused by Sleep Apnea and Treatment Options

Child insomnia has a huge impact on our children. Not getting enough sleep or not getting quality sleep can negatively impact every aspect of their young lives. It can even prevent their mind and bodies from growing appropriately. As parents we do everything we can to help our children thrive. Sleep is just another area in which we can help […]
May 24, 2017

Frequent Headaches May Originate in Your Mouth

Frequent headaches plague millions of Americans. In fact, one out of every 8 people in the United States suffers from chronic headaches that are so intense they are unable to work. For many of these people, the cause behind their headaches is a mystery. They and their doctors run through a battery of tests only to come up empty handed. […]
May 17, 2017

Dentures Are On Track to Deliver Medications to Wearers

Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth. They have both full and partial options depending on your needs. Technological advances are making dentures more comfortable and reliable for patients. Not only do the dentures of today fit better and feel more natural, but they are also highly customizable. Mark Levy DDS specializes in creating the perfect dentures for you. He […]
May 10, 2017

Gasotransmitters May Unlock New Treatments for Sleep Apnea

Gasotransmitters may just be the key we were looking for to open a new door for sleep apnea treatments. New information has shown that an unbalance in communication between by two molecules may contribute to sleep apnea. More than 10 million people in the United States suffer from sleep apnea. Developing additional treatment techniques can help ease or eliminate symptoms for […]
May 3, 2017

Cognitive Impairment and the Link to Sleep Apnea

Cognitive impairment is something that almost every adult suffers to some degree as they age. If you have trouble remembering things, learning, concentrating, and making decisions then you may be suffering from cognitive impairment. While this condition may seem like it goes hand in hand with aging, there actually could be another reason for a decline in your cognitive abilities. […]
April 30, 2017

Night Guards Incredibly Helpful Treating Dental Conditions

Night guards are very effective appliances when it comes to a wide range of dental conditions. They can help protect your teeth, provide relief from pain in numerous areas of your head and jaw, plus they can keep you breathing more effectively. Many dentists use night guards to help their patients live a better quality of life. If your dentist […]
April 25, 2017

Living Life with a Misaligned Jaw Does Not Have to be Difficult

Life with a misaligned jaw can be incredibly trying. There is a lot that can go wrong and a lot the you may have to deal with on a day to day basis. However, you do not have to live that way. There is a wide range of treatment solutions to remedy even the severest of problems. You do not […]
April 20, 2017

What to Know About an Overbite and How to Treat It

Having an overbite is a common affliction, influencing the lives of people all over the world. This is the most common malocclusion, far more common than the underbite, its companion. This can cause a wide variety of problems if not treated as quickly as can be. It is recommended that children visit an orthodontist before the age of seven to […]
April 15, 2017

An Underbite is a Treatable Condition

An underbite is a relatively simple, yet equally complex condition. Simply put, it is where the bottom jaw protrudes to a point where your bottom teeth actually overlap your top teeth. There are a wide variety of issues that can stem from this seemingly simple characteristic. Fortunately, though, there are also a variety of ways to solve it as well. […]
April 10, 2017

ADD is a Challenge for a Child to Grow Up With

Approximately 11% (6.4 million) kids have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD, from the ages of 4-17 as of a study done in 2011. While there are a lot of similarities, it is important to realize that there are differences between ADD and ADHD. While to some they may seem relatively insignificant, in can mean a difference in how […]
April 5, 2017

ADHD Can Make a Profound Impact on Your Child’s Life

If your child has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD, you know as well as anyone that it can be a struggle. There is a decided lack of common knowledge when it comes to this disorder. Many do not understand the endeavor that it can truly present. There are a wide variety of reasons that […]
March 26, 2017

Bad Bite – What is it?

Bad bite is the simple term for a malocclusion. It is an uneven bite pattern when you bite down on your food. A bad bite can cause a host of problems. These range from uneven wear to headaches. It can also lead to loose and missing teeth. The good news is that a bad bite is not a condition that […]