General Dentistry

3 Reasons to Avoid Amalgam Fillings

Amalgam fillings are one of the most controversial topics in dentistry today, and for good reason. Dr. Norman finds problems in over 90 percent of the amalgam fillings she removes, …

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When Dental Anxiety Becomes a Phobia

There’s a difference between being uncomfortable with the idea of visiting the dentist and deciding not to go until pain becomes unbearable. This is the line in the sand where …

#decay, #dental anxiety, #dental phobia, #fear, #sedation dentistry,
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Can Diet Affect Oral Health?

So, you’ve decided to take your health into your own hands and start losing weight in order to reach a healthier place? One thing you might not have thought about …

#atkins, #balanced diet, #cheese, #ketogenic, #paleo,
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Children Who Snore Could Have Sleep Apnea

Thanks to television sitcoms, when you picture someone who snores until the house shakes, you likely picture an overweight middle-aged man. For years this was the typical sleep apnea patient …

#children, #CPAP, #oral appliance, #sleep apnea, #snore,
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Guidelines Issued for New Cavity Treatment for Kids

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recently released evidence-based guidelines for the first time regarding a relatively new cavity treatment that uses silver diamine fluoride. The AAPD now recommends using …

#cavities, #cavity, #childhood dental caries, #childhood tooth decay, #silver diamine fluoride,
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Dental Care for the Disabled

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately one in five Americans have an intellectual or physical disability. For those with disabilities, dental care can be a three-part problem. Access to …

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Snoring Isn’t Funny

Contrary to what every sitcom has tried to convince you, snoring isn’t a laughing matter. Why? Because snoring is a breathing disorder that’s on a spectrum. On one end of …

#CPAP, #obstructive, #sleep apnea, #snoring, #symptoms,
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Does Being Overweight Affect Oral Health?

Research continues to show the many health concerns associated with obesity and unhealthy weight gain in adults and children. Most of the time this information is focused on diseases of …

#gum disease, #inflammation, #Norman, #obesity, #oral health,
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AAP Cracks Down on Kids’ Fruit Juice Consumption

It’s one of the most popular drinks for children of all ages. From lunchboxes to sippy cups, juice is the drink of choice for many toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children. …

#American Association of Pediatrics, #childhood, #fruit juice, #Norman, #tooth decay,
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Is Flavored Water Really a Healthy Alternative?

According to the consulting firm Beverage Marketing Corp., in 2016 Americans drank more bottled water than carbonated soft drinks for the first time in recent history. The research showed that …

#Amy Norman, #Everett, #flavored water, #soda, #Washington,
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