Did you know that poor quality sleep can affect your ability to maintain a healthy weight? There is a direct connection between weight, health, and quality of sleep. Changes in Brain Chemistry The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reported on a study that measured the molecular ties between sleep deprivation and weight gain. Researchers found that low […]
Oral Appliance Therapy For Sleep Apnea
Suspect you might have obstructive sleep apnea? It’s important to see your doctor right away. If left untreated, it can become life-threatening. Does your bed partner tell you that you frequently stop breathing during the night? What if you sleep alone? Here are some signs that you may have sleep apnea: Loud snoring Awakening suddenly Difficulty […]
Can I Go To An Urgent Care Dentist For Complications of Dry Sockets?
What are dry sockets? Dry sockets can develop after wisdom teeth or other adult teeth are removed. When a dry socket occurs, underlying bones and nerves are exposed in place of where a blood clot should form. Dry sockets can be extremely painful and delay healing. How to forego dry sockets: Follow your dentist’s directives following […]
When to Go to Urgent Care for Jaw Pain
Jaw pain can be caused by a variety of dental problems. Oftentimes, jaw pain can be treated with a simple pain reliever. However, if you experience jaw pain that does not get better or worsens with time, it is a smart move to consider consulting your dentist or doctor. Drs. Blaisdell at Blaisdell Family Dentistry […]
Starting Chemo? How Are Your Teeth?
If you are scheduled for cancer treatment due to a recent diagnosis or relapse, oral health is probably not your first priority. However, the team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry directs you to give some attention to your teeth to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications. According to the National Institutes of Health, cancer treatment […]
Dental Health in Boise: Do You Suspect A Bite Problem?
The topic of today’s post is malocclusion, which means “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in most cases, the misalignment is so slight that it causes no troubles. When you combine multiple teeth on two arches and […]