Tinnitus is a common medical condition in which patients perceive a sound when there is no noise present. The American Tinnitus Association states that about 50 million people in America alone struggle with Tinnitus. What are the Symptoms of Tinnitus? The symptoms can vary from patient to patient. Sometimes, a patient can only hear Small […]
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Sleep apnea is a severe condition in which an individual repeatedly stops breathing in their sleep. Often, they will stop and start breathing in fits and starts, sometimes waking up in the middle of the night in fits of choking or coughing. What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Increasingly common, obstructive sleep apnea is a type
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Porcelain veneers and gum lift procedures are typically received in tandem by many patients, as they are looking for multiple ways to improve their smile. If you’re struggling with both a gummy smile and discolored or chipped teeth, it might be best to get both the veneers and gum lift simultaneously. How Do the Procedures
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In short, yes! A laser gum lift, also known as gingivectomy, is an excellent opportunity to reinvent your smile. The procedure consists of a minor gum line surgery, which serves as a singular treatment for your gum line’s appearance. Dr. Konig will only need to contour your gums one time to give you the lasting
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Is there a difference between a general dentist and a cosmetic dentist? We are often asked if there is a difference between a general dentist and cosmetic dentist.  Whereas there is no recognized American Dentistry Association for Cosmetic Dental Specialist (or TMJ Specialist for that matter), there are dentists with a special interest in Cosmetic
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It seems a bit odd that when you visit your dentist he or she asks if you are on any medication. What difference could this make for the health of your teeth? However, there is a reason why it is important for you to share this information, because some medications can cause changes that affect
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Self-esteem is a hot topic and a major point of interest for Americans. Whether it be from social media influence, like the latest Instagram or Snapchat filter, or any of the other million reasons out there, people are becoming more self-conscious and dissatisfied with the way they look. Video conferencing now too has caused people
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School this year and last are just not the same. Classrooms have taken on a new look across most of the country. In many cases, they’ve become home offices, dining room tables, and living rooms as more and more students have moved to remote learning. As students have faced a tumultuous adjustment period, their usual
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Dental work can be intimidating. If you suffer from malocclusion, broken, or missing teeth, the journey to a new smile may feel out of reach. When the road to recovery is long, the sheer number of steps ahead can be daunting. Appointments and procedures can turn into giant monoliths blocking the way to your dental
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Epidemics and illnesses are center-stage right now. Current events and healthcare experts remind people every day about the potential dangers of getting sick and its impact on their community at large. Cold and flu prevention are significant health concerns, especially during a pandemic. With disease at the top of our minds, people are practicing better
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