Lip and Tongue Ties

DID YOU KNOW that it is possible to be tongue-tied in the medical sense? That’s…

About Lip and Tongue-Ties

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Tongue-tie can be defined as a structural abnormality of the lingual frenum. When the frenum is normal, it is elastic and does not interfere with the movements of the tongue in sucking, eating, clearing food off the teeth in preparation for swallowing and, of course, in speech. When it is short, thick, tight, or broad,it has an adverse effect on oromuscular function, feeding, and speech.

The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Dentistry

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SLEEP APNEA AFFECTS over 18 million adults in the United States alone, as well as one of every five children who habitually snore. Dental professionals are often the first ones to notice the signs of this disorder, because it can be very harmful to oral health.

Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Treatments

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NOTHING RUINS A COZY mug of hot cocoa faster than the jolt of pain from sensitive teeth. As many as one in eight people in the U.S. deal with tooth sensitivity, including kids! What causes it and what can we do to protect our teeth?