A dental laser releases a tied tongue quickly and painlessly A person who is tongue-tied has an extra connection between the bottom of their tongue and the floor of their mouth.  Most commonly, this condition can affect speech.  There are many children who undergo several years of speech therapy with little or no improvement until…

Over the past thirteen years I’ve had the opportunity, through teaching, continuing education and international dental organizations, to meet dentists from all over the world.  I’ve noticed we each have unique reasons for pursuing dentistry and individual talents within our profession.  But, there are some common beliefs we all seem to share. First, we strive…

Bad breath is a nuisance.  It can be a barrier in many relationships, and can even cause people to withdraw from social situations.  There are several things you can do to combat bad breath. First, make sure you are brushing for at least two minutes every morning and two minutes every night.  Most people spend…

According to the Associated Press, sleep apnea was a contributing factor in the death of Carrie Fisher – known to many as the iconic Princess Leia from Star Wars. Ms. Fisher suffered a heart attack on a transatlantic flight and never fully recovered. Her heart condition was due, in part, to her untreated sleep apnea.  …

Most people prize their time off work and want to spend it with their family and friends or on vacation.  It’s very rare to hear someone say they want to spend their time away from work at the dentist.  There are three key things you can do to maximize your time off work and use…

and never have a cold sore in that area again! Cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, are groups of small blisters on the lip and around the mouth. The skin around the blisters is often red, swollen, and sore. The blisters may break open, leak a clear fluid, and then scab over after a few…

An oral appliance can improve the quality of your sleep and of your relationships It is estimated that about half of all Americans snore.  Most people feel embarrassed about snoring.  It’s common for people who snore to feel uneasy about sleeping on an airplane, taking family vacations, sharing a hotel room, hunting and camping or…

Most people feel anxious when going to the dentist.  Many people need assistance to help relax and have their dental work completed.  Dentistry With TLC offers three different options to help you relax. First, Alpha-Stim Ear Clips are a great way to manage anxiety.  This technology has been available for about 30 years but very…

Oral Appliance Therapy to treat Sleep Apnea helps people lose weight It’s very common for a person who struggles with poor sleep to also struggle with extra weight.  When we feel sleep deprived we run low on energy.  A natural response to this is to use food to boost our energy during the day.  We…

Is diet soda better for my teeth than regular soda? Many people choose to drink diet soda in an effort to decrease calories and manage their weight.  Some people assume having less sugar in their diet will naturally cut down on tooth decay, too.  In some cases, this is true.  For example, substituting carrots for…

If your gums bleed when you brush or when you floss you probably have gum disease.  Gum disease is an infection in your gums.  It is estimated that 80% of Americans have some type of gum disease.  Do not ignore your bleeding gums!  Most people think, “Oh, it’s just a little pink in the sink”…

Local 47-Year-Old Mother of Four Dies In Her Sleep A local woman from Jerseyville, Illinois laid down with her kids for an afternoon nap and never woke up. She had been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and had a CPAP machine sitting next to her bed. Like many people, she did not like using her…