Category: TMJ

Bleeding Gums When Flossing

If you have ever experienced bleeding gums while you’re flossing, you need not be too alarmed as it is quite common and can happen to you from time to time.

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Home Remedies For Sinus Congestion

You know that feeling when your nose is either clogged or leaking. Your head feels like it’s stuck in a vice. These are the common sinus congestion symptoms and can be very unpleasant. There are, however, effective home treatments, ranging from warm soups to humidifiers, that can help relieve the discomfort of sinus congestion. Over-the-counter drugs such as decongestants, antihistamines, steroid nasal spray, and others may also be recommended by your doctor.

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Exercises For Sleep Apnea

Do you have a habit of pushing the snooze button? Are you constantly fighting the impulse to doze off? If any of these symptoms are relatable, you may have sleep apnea. To reduce the symptoms, your dentist may recommend myofunctional exercises. These exercises strengthen the muscles of the tongue, mouth, and upper throat. These muscles are usually the sources of sleep apnea and/or persistent snoring.

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General Dental Procedures

Who is that particular health care practitioner you see the most? For some people, it’s their general dentist. General dentistry helps patients avoid the growth of oral diseases by emphasizing dental hygiene and maintenance. Dental issues may lead to discomfort and adverse lifestyle changes if left unchecked. General dentistry involves simple dental and cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening, tooth extraction, veneers, dental crown, root canal, braces, dentures, and more.

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