General Dentistry
Large Study Links Severe Gum Disease and Cancer
A long-term study conducted by researchers from Tufts University, Health Sciences Campus in Massachusetts, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Maryland and Kimmel Cancer Center in Pennsylvania shows …
There’s No Reason to Fear the Dentist Anymore
According to dentist Dr. Amy Norman, sedation dentistry is a wonderful tool for both children and adults who have any anxiety about visiting the dentist. It’s easy, affordable and comfortable. …
Is Childhood Snoring a Sign of Something Serious?
The snoring habits of middle-aged men have been the subject of sitcoms and comedy skits for decades. In fact it may seem like adult males are the only ones who …
Could Sleep Apnea Increase the Risk for Alzheimer’s?
According to new research published in the the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, elderly people with obstructive sleep apnea may have an increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s …
Marijuana Use May Have Oral Health Implications
As laws across the nation continue to change in regards to medical and recreational use of marijuana, it’s important to consider all aspects of its use. “Cottonmouth,” the slang term …
New Cannabis-Like Drug Could Help with Sleep Apnea
The first multi-site study conducted at Northwestern Medicine and the University of Illinois Chicago for a medication to treat obstructive sleep apnea was recently found to be safe and effective. …
Dr. Norman’s Path to Dentistry
Dr. Norman knew early on that she wanted to be a dentist. In fact, she remembers knowing as early as the fourth grade that dentistry was her calling. As soon …
Yoga Spreads Relaxation All the Way Down to DNA
Americans are busier than ever. Today’s modern professionals are all juggling more than ever before. Pressures run high to be the best, the brightest, the most qualified for the job …
New Study Shows Frailty Linked to Oral Health Problems in Older Men
A new study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Societyhas discovered a link between oral health problems and the risk of developing frailty in older age. The study …
At-Home Wrist Monitor Could Replace Lab-Based Sleep Studies
Sleep studies in a lab have always been one of the most frustrating parts of diagnosing a sleep disorder for most patients. The environment is unfamiliar and it can be …