Little Rock Family Dental Care Blog

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a medical condition that affects millions of people around the world. If you don’t treat it, the effects can be serious. Untreated sleep apnea can cause more than just a bad night’s sleep—it can also increase your risk of high blood pressure, pulmonary hypertension, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and sudden death.

If you’ve lost a tooth or two over the years, a dental bridge can fill the gaps in your smile. Bridges have been used for generations to treat consecutive tooth loss because it’s a convenient, affordable, and effective solution. Designed to serve as a long-lasting solution, a bridge can thrive for 10 to 15 years before needing to be replaced; however, many factors affect the long-term success of the restoration. Here are 5 common culprits behind dental bridge failure.

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Dentures are a tried-and-true solution for replacing missing teeth, and they’ve helped countless generations of patients with regaining their oral functionality and confidence. But as useful as they are, they can also unfortunately trigger discomfort that results in denture sores. Here’s a little more from your dentist about these sores and what you can do to alleviate your discomfort if you’re dealing with the issue; there’s no reason to endure them just to experience a complete and beautiful smile!

If you begin to experience severe tooth pain, it can begin to make you feel uneasy. Oftentimes, you may begin to wonder if your oral health issue is severe enough to require getting a tooth removed. If that’s the case, you usually won’t be surprised if your dentist informs you that it will be necessary. However, it can be shocking if you need a tooth extraction when you have been experiencing no discomfort. Unfortunately, there are some oral health issues that don’t cause pain until they become much more severe. Read on to learn about four reasons why you might need a tooth removed despite having a pain-free smile.

Water is the most essential liquid on Earth. Not only is 71% of the world’s surface covered by water, but around 60% of your body is also made up of water! Therefore, it only makes sense that staying hydrated is critical in keeping it in top condition. But did you know water also greatly benefits your oral health, too? Read on to learn four reasons why staying hydrated helps prevent dental issues and keeps your smile healthy!