From the first time that you visited the dentist until now, you’ve probably been told that a proper teeth cleaning regimen is a must at least twice a day; if you can brush after every meal, that’s even better. While this advice may sound redundant, brushing routinely can not only save your teeth, it can… Read more »
Category: Healthy Living
Livonia Dentist Explains Menopause Headaches
Ladies, have you noticed a spike in the amount and intensity of your headaches lately? If you’ve answered yes, then the problem could stem from menopause. For women who have entered menopause, the hormonal changes tend to cause an increased level of stress, which can lead to nightly teeth grinding (or bruxism). Alongside the typical… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Suggest Headache Relief Techniques for Patients
Do you suffer from frequent headaches? Then perhaps you can find relief naturally. With several medication-free methods, you can lessen the frequency of your headaches. Dr. James Stewart, your Livonia dentist offers his patients some alternative headache therapy techniques. Helpful Methods for Alleviating a Headache Massage. Though massaging may only provide temporary relief, it does… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Says, OSA Affects the Entire Body, Not Just Your Sleep
Have you been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Then you should seek treatment as soon as possible. Sleep apnea can present many problems with your overall health. To teach his patients about the risk factors of untreated OSA, Dr. James Stewart, your Livonia dentist provides the following information. Untreated OSA Increases Your Risk of… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Discusses Causes for Tooth Discolorations in Kids
Many people pay a fairly high premium to have one visit teeth whitening procedures completed. In fact, teeth bleaching has become one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures. Yet, perhaps those treatments could have been avoided had their childhood dietary choices been different. Oftentimes, tooth stains, like those from fluorosis, follow patients throughout their… Read more »
Use an Electric Toothbrush for a Cleaner Smile, Says Livonia Dentist
Do you ever wonder if you’re brushing correctly? This concern may arise often amongst manual toothbrush users. As a matter of fact, those still using manual brushes probably have issues reaching their molars. Without proper brushing in that area, bacteria lingers and cavities can begin to develop. Instead, your Livonia dentist, Dr. James Stewart suggests… Read more »
Livonia Dentist: Top 4 Foods Sleep Apnea Sufferers Should Avoid
For many years, sleep apnea sufferers didn’t have many remedies for their condition other than CPAP machines and mouth guards. Now, several studies have revealed that simple lifestyle solutions that can help alleviate sleep apnea severity, such as losing some weight, quitting smoking, and drinking alcohol a little less. Finally, after continued research, there’s proof… Read more »
Control Your Sleep Apnea Naturally, Suggests Livonia Dentist
In our last post, we discussed how avoiding certain foods, like high fat dairy and red meat, can help ease the symptoms associated with sleep apnea. Today, we look at other natural ways to alleviate the severity of sleep apnea symptoms. Sleep is a precious thing. It’s your body’s way to press the refresh button… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Explains How to Protect Your Teeth
Your teeth are important. Without them, you couldn’t eat and speaking would be difficult. Every year, Americans spend over 1.4 billion dollars on over-the-counter teeth whiteners just so our smiles will look their best. Despite all of this, how much do you really know about your teeth? In today’s blog, your Livonia dentist, Dr…. Read more »
Livonia Dentist on Premedication for Heart Patients
The well-being of our patients is our primary concern. At our Livonia dentist office, our team follows strict protocols to ensure the safety of our patients, from our youngest to our oldest. This is why, for patients who may suffer from heart conditions, we recommend taking antibiotic prophylaxis, or premedication, before certain dental procedures. Your… Read more »