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November 15, 2012

Unusual Signs of Sleep Apnea

People are becoming more aware of sleep apnea and are learning the warning signs of the disease. But do you know the unusual signs that show you might have sleep apnea? The unusual signs you might have sleep apnea include excessive nighttime urination and mouth breathing. Some people also experience a lower threshold for pain, depression, concentration problems or irritability. […]
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November 8, 2012

Is Your Sleep Interrupted By Snoring?

Do you miss out on badly needed sleep because your sleep is interrupted by snoring? No, not your snoring but the loud noises made by the person next to you!  If your answer is yes you are not alone. If you have a bed partner that snores it is highly likely that the noise wakes you up many times each […]
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November 2, 2012

Sleep Apnea Treatment When You Don't Have Electricity

Superstorm Sandy has shown a large area of the country what it is like to live without electricity. For most this results in boredom and adding more blankets to stay warm but for people with obstructive sleep apnea a power outage can be serious. Patients with obstructive sleep apnea stop breathing during sleep. They are typically prescribed a CPAP device […]
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October 31, 2012

When You Need a Root Canal

You’ve just been told you need a root canal but you aren’t really sure what the procedure is and why it is necessary. Here’s a little more information to help you understand your situation. Your dentist might suggest that you need a root canal to save a tooth that otherwise might be lost. Root canals are needed when the pulp […]
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October 25, 2012

What is Your Bad Breath Trigger

We all have bad breath from time to time. It can be embarrassing  in both business and social situations. Finding and avoiding bad breath triggers can make the problem less likely to happen to you. Food Triggers – Onions, garlic, coffee, and sugary drinks cause bad breath but even  vegetables like cabbage add to the problem. The bad breath caused by some […]
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October 22, 2012

Oral Cancer Cases Rising

Did you know that nearly 35,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer each year and that the number of cases is rising? Sadly, the majority of these cases will be discovered after the cancer has spread to other areas of the body making treatment more difficult. Oral cancer can be effectively treated if warning signs are caught early. However, oral […]
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October 3, 2012

Sleepy Workers Cost Companies

Sleepy workers can cost companies money due to errors and accidents. A recent survey suggested that insomnia was linked to a 40% higher risk of accidents that cost a company $500 or more. It was estimated that the total cost to American businesses is about $31 billion each year.  The data from the American Insomnia Survey found that people with […]
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September 27, 2012

Canker Sore Tips by Dr. Oz

Canker sores are no fun. These annoyingly painful little sores can appear on the mucous membranes inside your cheeks, on your gums or tongue. No one is quite sure why we get them and there really isn’t a good way to make them go away quickly. We do know that if you have family members that get canker sores you […]
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September 21, 2012

Sleep Problems May Be Caused By What You Eat

Having problems sleeping? It could be caused by what you eat! Researchers at the University of Minnesota and the Minneapolis VA found that eating a diet with lots of  fatty foods can diminish the quality of your sleep (and make you gain weight). Of course, being overweight also increases your risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. People with sleep apnea, […]
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September 19, 2012

Survey Says…

Richard Dawson had the famous line on his game show “Survey Says…” When dentists complete surveys, the results can run the gamut from hilarious to horrifying. Here’s a few results from the Chicago Dental Society:  –          Patients self-treat before they visit the dentist – Nearly 70% of patients attempt to treat their own dental problem before getting in the chair. […]
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September 12, 2012

Are Truckers Avoiding Sleep Apnea Diagnosis?

The diagnosis of sleep apnea among long-haul truckers is important because the daytime drowsiness caused by the condition can lead to fatal accidents. According to a new European study as many as 40% of truck drivers may have sleep apnea but that they may be under-reporting their daytime sleepiness. The study looked at a group of people including truck drivers […]
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September 6, 2012

Poor Sleep Causes Educational Issues in Kids

As we have all learned, kids can have sleep disorders too. Pediatric sleep disorders have been linked to behavioral and speech problems in earlier studies. Now a study of British children involved in the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (a large group has been followed since 1992 providing data on how genetics and the environment affect health and […]
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August 31, 2012

Are Poor Sleep and Breast Cancer Linked?

It seems that insufficient sleep is linked to more aggressive form of breast cancers and the likelihood of its recurrence. A study has revealed led by Cheryl Thompson, Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, analyzed medical records and survey responses from 412 post-menopausal breast cancer patients with Oncotype DX. Oncotype DX is a test used by physicians […]
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August 23, 2012

Back to School – Don't Skip Sleep to Study

Since it is back-to-school time I thought I would share some information about all night study sessions – they don’t work! The brain needs sleep and if sleep is sacrificed for study time the brain isn’t going to work like it should. A study conducted by UCLA and published in the journal Child Development showed that if students sacrificed sleep for […]
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August 18, 2012

Should You Trust Online Health Information?

Most people look for goods and services online these days – including searching for information on their healthcare. But can you trust online health information? It depends upon the source. Information from the Mayo Clinic or Cleveland Clinic websites is probably trustworthy. The stuff you find on cheapohealthcare.com, maybe you might want to think twice. Online message boards are popular […]
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August 9, 2012

Want A Better Memory – You Need Better Sleep

Do you wish your memory was better? It looks like better sleep might be all you need. Sleep and memory have been linked in various studies throughout the years. We know that one of the functions of sleep is to “file” things that we have learned through the day into the appropriate “file cabinets” in our brain. This enables us […]
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August 7, 2012

Is Neuromuscular Dentistry for You?

Neuromuscular dentistry has helped many people resolve their chronic pain, but is neuromuscular dentistry right for you? A neuromuscular dentist is specially trained to understand the complex relationship between the jaw joint (TMJ), muscles, teeth and basically the entire neuromuscular system. Many patients come to a neuromuscular dentist after they have visited many other specialists seeking help for their chronic […]
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July 26, 2012

Columbus Sleep Apnea Dentist Discusses CPAP And Oral Appliance Treatments

Have you been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea? The most common treatment suggested is a CPAP machine. Research has shown that about half of patients who are supposed to use a CPAP cannot tolerate the machine. Sleep doctors consider a patient to be “compliant” with their CPAP if they use it only 4 hours per night! That means there are […]
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July 25, 2012

The EU May Ban Dental Mercury

Dental amalgam is a type of filling material that has been used for over 150 years and like lots of things invented long ago there are problems. A key ingredient in dental amalgam is mercury. Mercury is a neurotoxin and can leach into the environment where it finally ends up in our food supply. Rising mercury levels in tuna and […]
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July 20, 2012

Planning Your Wedding? Don't Forget Your Smile

Planning a wedding? There are lots of things on your to-do list but both brides and grooms need to remember to add dental visits to their to-do lists. Most brides and grooms want a whiter smile for their wedding photos but planning to stop by for a quick in-office whitening at the last minute is not be the best idea. […]
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