If you’re like us, you don’t even think about if you are going to sleep on your stomach, back, or side when you hop under your covers. But for the 26% of American adults with sleep apnea, thinking about how you sleep is a critical aspect of treating their symptoms. Sleep apnea affects almost every […]
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Perhaps you’ve recently lost a tooth, and you are wondering why you should bother to replace it with a dental implant. What can it hurt to have a missing tooth, really? However, there are several reasons why you should do something about that lost tooth! Your health can suffer If you are missing a tooth,
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It seems like everyone nowadays has a piercing or two – and it goes way beyond just ears. Oral piercings are popular right now, and if you are thinking about getting a piercing in your lip, tongue, or another part of the mouth, here are some things you should know about oral piercings and their
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When it comes to TMJ treatment and Non-surgical Jaw Development, Dr. Konig explains, it is essential to look at the whole picture, not just the teeth. Most orthodontic treatment utilized is retroactive, meaning teeth are pulled back and only looks at the teeth. There is much more to consider than just the teeth when
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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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