As much as 40% of North America’s people are negatively affected by snoring, which accounts for about 20%. Furthermore, snoring negatively impacts the snorer’s spouse and children. Snoring can be a symptom of a more dangerous condition called sleep apnea. It not only interrupts your sleep cycle, but it might also be a symptom of …

Do you feel that you’re the snoring partner and that the only option is to wear earplugs? Is snoring one of the most neglected causes of chronic exhaustion and other sleep disorders? What can your dentist do for you? How can we help you with your snoring and sleep apnea?  What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea …

Ensure that you peruse this information if you are experiencing the symptoms of sleep apnea Evaluations The sleep specialist will evaluate the patient and perform the test that is best suitable. The specialist will take note of any issues for the final diagnosis. Home Sleep Testing Referred to as portable testing, sleep apnea can be …

Dr. Iman wants his patients to have smiles that are as healthy as they are beautiful—he’s dedicated to working with his team to provide quality, holistic, health-driven dental care. He will take everything into account—your dental health, general wellness, specific needs and goals—in order to meet your needs and give you the smile you’ve been …

Is TMJ causing my headaches? There are many reasons why someone might get a headache, but temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is one of them. When we are stressed, we tend to clench our teeth, placing a lot of force on the jaw joints. This can lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD).  Is surgery required to …

Dentists may prescribe oral devices to treat snoring and sleep apnea that are both economical and effective. Mandibular advancement devices, which move the lower jaw forward to open the airway and prevent snoring, are one example. Newer devices can gently hold the tongue forward using gentle suction to prevent it from falling back into the …

Dental cleaning is a simple, painless, and non-invasive preventive dental procedure that seeks to reduce the risk of dental issues such as cavities, gum disease, and bad breath by removing built-up plaque and tartar. Patients often experience some mild vibrations, cooling mist of liquid, and a bit of pressure during scraping, though this doesn’t cause …

Is TMJ causing my headaches? There are many reasons why someone might get a headache, but temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is one of them. When we are stressed, we tend to clench our teeth, placing a lot of force on the jaw joints. This can lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD).  Is surgery required to …

View PDF It is agreed within all of dentistry that oral biofilm (dental plaque) is the precipitating cause of both gum disease and tooth decay. However, there are other contributing factors that influence the effectiveness of the biofilm causing its damage.

What exactly is TMJ?The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects the mandible to the temporal bone and allows mandibular opening and closure. Temporomandibular joint problems are often referred to as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs). The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is generally used to describe difficulties with the temporomandibular joint and jaw rather than temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). A …