It’s a nuisance, that’s for sure. You’re sleeping partner cannot sleep properly if you’re snoring, and you can’t either. When you snore you don’t get a good night’s rest yourself.
Snoring happens when your soft palate and uvula partially block your airway while you’re sleeping.
Sometimes, snoring is caused by sleep apnea, and this is when your [...]
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Much debate lives among orthodontic professionals between early orthodontic treatment (ages 7 to 9) and traditional orthodontic intervention (11+ years old). The American Association of Orthodontists endorses that all youngsters should be evaluated by a dentist or orthodontist at the age of seven.
The early phase (Phase 1) begins around age 8 or [...]
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Sleep problems are frequent among healthy school going children seen at general pediatric practice. Sleep related problems were reported in 42.7% children that included nocturnal enuresis (18.4%), sleep talking (14.6%), bruxism (11.6%) nightmares (6.8%), night terrors (2.9%) snoring (5.8%) and sleepwalking (1.9%). Bruxism is a destructive habit. It is defined as the nonproductive [...]
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Acne is a condition that effects 1 out of every 2 teens today. It is characterized by red, raised bumps and patches. Overactive sebacious glands cause these bumps. This is usually due to puberty and resultant hormonal imbalances and pH abnormalities. These make optimal conditions for acne causing bacteria. This acne can [...]
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Bullying is endemic among schoolchildren, and the effects can be devastating and long lasting. The persistently bullied kid shows a definite psychological type, with poorly developed social skills and a submissive nature. Physical appearance acts a major role in bullying. Teasing related to dental appearance is hurtful. Fortunately, there is evidence of a marked increase [...]
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“Wisdom teeth” are classified as molars. Molars are the chewing teeth found furthest in the back of the mouth. Most humans have first, second, and third molars.
A person’s third molars are their wisdom teeth. These teeth come in behind the 2nd molars (if there is necessary room for them and they are aligned properly) usually [...]
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Halitosis, also called bad breath, is as an offensive odor that emanates from the oral cavity. Also known as foetor oris, oral malodour, or simply bad breath, halitosis is a serious problem. As a chronic problem, it affects people’s lives, their businesses, and their social activities. In rare cases, bad breath can [...]
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Whenever there’s a problem with the public water supply, the news headlines are huge. No matter the contaminant, concerns run high. This is when many turn to water treatment system options at home to help them ensure the safety and health of their families. But not all treatment systems are the same.
Water systems can [...]
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