Do you have trouble with snoring at night? Good news, there’s an alternative to the widely known, uncomfortable CPAP machine and something less extreme than surgery, a mouth piece made by your dentist. Visit the American Academy of Sleep Medicine to read more on the topic. http://www.aasmnet.org/

Thank you to my staff! The office was just awarded the 2011 CMUS Talk of the Town Award for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction.

Your teeth are covered with plaque, a sticky film of bacteria. After you have a meal, snack or beverage that contains sugars or starches, the bacteria release acids derived from dietary sugars that attack tooth enamel. Repeated attacks can cause the enamel to break down and may eventually result in cavities.

Emphasis on Prevention

We know how to control dental disease and want to help you understand the destructive nature of bacterial activity. When you understand it, you can control it. Prevention of dental disease is one of our primary goals.

We know things now that we didn’t know - even a few years ago. Periodontal disease is a result of the imbalance between bacterial plaque accumulation and the strength of the patient’s resistance factors. Periodontal disease may have some serious effects on the cardiovascular system as well.

Dental disease can be controlled if we control bacterial plaque activity on a daily basis. Indeed, we place great emphasis on prevention.

The end of the year is approaching...

Don’t let your insurance benefits slip away. Now is the time to take advantage of unused money and maximize your dental benefits. Putting off needed treatment or visits with the hygienist to the new year will leave you with less money to use during 2012. Call us to schedule an appointment at (818)785-0750.

Do you ever feel neck, shoulder or back pain as soon as you sit up from bed? Most of us probably think it’s time for a new mattress; however, the answer to your restless sleep could be something you may not be aware of is a problem. These pains could be symptoms of an uneven occlusion (bite) or of improperly aligned teeth. Come in for a dental examination to evaluate your occlusion and TMJ.

Dental Hygiene Visits Be sure to make that long over due appointment to see the hygienist and the annual exam with the doctor. Sure, not getting regular check-ups may make you less kissable, but did you know that studies have linked heart attacks and strokes to gum disease associated with poor oral hygiene? A trip to your dentist every 3-4 months could reduce your risk of serious health problems!