It is now estimated that 26% of adults between the ages of 30 and 70 years have sleep apnea. It is thought that up to 6% of children have the sleep disorder. With sleep apnea impacting the lives of an estimated 30 million people in the U.S., only 6 million have been… Read More…
Recently, a friend made the investment of using a professional decorator to help makeover a great room. The friend had envisioned having the walls and carpet a certain color and arranging the furniture differently. However, the decorator recommended an entirely different choice of colors and arrangements. What the decorator came… Read More…
It’s summertime! With more outdoor activities, summer’s heat equals more thirsty people. So, whenever I see an ad for soft drinks claiming to be “thirst quenching,” I cringe a bit. As a dentist in Shelby Twp, I know how the ingredients of most soft drinks do anything but. In 2021,… Read More…
Do you have a fear of spiders? Of flying? Of tight spaces? While many people have intense fears about certain things, like a fear of dogs, others have no fear at all. For people who have fear or anxiety associated with dental visits, this can be a common reason for… Read More…
The body is a complex, impressive assembly of millions of parts. Yet, a body is just that – one body, a singular structure. The body’s parts are designed to work together. Thus, when a problem arises in one area, it tends to affect other areas. For instance, a slipped or… Read More…
Our nation is dealing with dire consequences of addiction. Whether alcohol, smoking or drugs, we are all paying the price. In this article, I’d like to focus on smoking and vaping. From information shared by the Oral Cancer Foundation… “Scientists have found that nicotine is as addictive as heroin, cocaine… Read More…
As a dentist in Shelby Twp for over 25 years, I’ve seen many happy moments originate with the betterment of a smile. Helping a patient replace missing teeth with dental implants, seeing a once-fearful patient overcome fear and anxiety that stood in the way of a healthy smile, and celebrating… Read More…
In 2018, the CDC reported that, in Michigan, a little over 71% of adults aged 18+ had visited a dentist or dental clinic within the past year. That leaves over one-fourth of Michigan residents who did not see a dentist for a 12-month period or longer. The eventual repercussions are… Read More…
As a dentist in Shelby Township, MI, I have devoted much training and commitment to helping those who have dental fear. As a matter of fact, our office has a widespread reputation for our gentle touch and unique commitment to those who struggle with dental fears. In addition to a… Read More…
About everyone has driven behind a vehicle that obviously had a wheel out of alignment. Seeing this, most drivers cringe knowing this imbalance can lead to unusual wear and tear. Balance is important, especially so when it comes to the body. Its interworking parts are structured for a harmonious balance,… Read More…
