Growing old brings a few perks: retirement, senior discounts, and more time with family. But some unique problems also arise. Gum recession presents a new set of challenges in maintaining oral health. As gums recede, food can stick between teeth and gums, increasing the risk for gum disease. To know how to navigate receding gums,… Read more »
Month: November 2012
Support the Troops with Your Livonia Dentist
The holidays are a wonderful time to be with friends and family. For our troops stationed overseas, this time of year can be difficult. Help show appreciation for our servicemen and women by donating products for care packages. Dr. James Stewart, your Livonia family dentist, offers a way to participate. Operation Gratitude
Study Reveals the Effect of Exercise on Sleep Apnea
A recent study conducted through a collaboration of the University of Pittsburgh School of Sleep Medicine, the Mayo Clinic, and the Center for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine of the University of Montreal has revealed a positive link between an increase in physical activity and a reduction in the severity of sleep apnea. This serious… Read more »
Keep Your Job: Livonia Dentist Talks about Sleep Apnea and Work
People with sleep apnea struggle to stay awake and alert during the day. Sleep apnea can affect them as they go through their daily tasks of family care, driving, and work. Some patients wonder if they should talk about sleep apnea to their supervisor at work. Livonia Dentist, Dr. Stewart, answers that question, and discusses… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Advises How to Help with Your Snoring Spouse
Picture this: after a long work week, you and your sleeping partner settle down into your warm, comfortable bed, hoping for a refreshing night’s sleep. After two hours of sleep, you awaken to a low rumbling. You start to fall back to sleep and the rumbling turns into short bursts of louder snorts. You are… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Discusses American Diabetes Month and Your Oral Health
Did you know that that people with diabetes are two times more likely to develop gum disease? The American Diabetes Association reports that diabetic patients become more susceptible to gum disease, oral and fungal infections, poor healing, and dry mouth-related conditions. Livonia dentist, Dr. James R. Stewart Jr., wants to inform you about the signs… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Keeps You Up-to-Date: The Latest Research on Cranberries and Dental Health
Fall brings to mind the harvest of many fruits and vegetables. The iconic image of the fall harvest is the cornucopia, overflowing with delicious natural treats. Treasures like apples, pears, and grapes grace our tables and fill our stomachs. Crunching these fibrous, nutritious foods benefits our dental health, as well as our bodily health. They… Read more »