Cher Rich D.D.S. Blog

39 million adults have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which is more common among men, but women can also suffer from the breathing disorder. The risk of OSA can increase during pregnancy. Researchers estimate that sleep apnea can occur in 26% of all pregnancies. Although loud snoring is often thought to be the only complication of OSA, it can have potentially life-threatening complications for both the mother and unborn child. Here’s what you need to know to keep you and your little one safe and healthy.

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Even though your tooth enamel is the hardest substance in your body, it can still sustain some damage either due to an injury or decay. If you’re struggling with a compromised tooth, then you might be able to repair it with a custom dental crown. These restorations can help protect the structure of your enamel so that you can go back to enjoying a strong and comfortable smile. Read on to learn what you should expect during your healing period after undergoing the procedure.

Swimming is a favorite summertime activity, offering a refreshing escape from the heat and a fun way to stay fit. But have you ever wondered how spending time in a pool might affect your teeth? While swimming has many benefits, pool water can sometimes pose risks to your dental health. Read on to dive into how swimming in a pool can affect your teeth and what you can do to protect your smile!

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants are the name of the game. These posts are placed underneath the gumline, directly into the jawbone – and once fully healed, they function as tooth roots that can support a custom dental restoration. However, some patients are curious about receiving dental implants but aren’t ready to commit to the process since they’re not sure what having them will feel like. Continue reading below to learn more about dental implants and why you don’t have anything to worry about, as they feel perfectly natural.

If you deal with gum inflammation, you’re not the only one. Gum disease is a common problem that begins with inflammation of the gums called gingivitis. While it might seem negligible when it starts, if left untreated, it can lead to serious problems like tooth loss, erosion of the jawbone, and dangerous secondary infections like pneumonia or sepsis. Here’s a brief overview of what causes gum disease and how it can be treated.

Did you know that having flaws in your teeth can make you feel depressed? Scientists have discovered that those with dental problems are more likely to report experiencing self-consciousness, unworthiness, and lacking a desire to engage socially. Thankfully, your dentist can help by fitting you with porcelain veneers. These ceramic shells are thin enough to attach to the front of your teeth without being obviously noticeable and can hide chips, cracks, small gaps, and even slightly crooked teeth. If you’ve been debating getting veneers, keep reading for 4 reasons to get off the fence!

Nothing is more annoying than having food stuck in your teeth. Whether it’s a piece of popcorn or traces of your steak dinner, it may seem like nothing more than a nuisance. However, it can turn into a dental emergency if you can’t free it. If you have an object stuck between your teeth, don’t panic! Here’s what you can try at home before giving an emergency dentist a call.

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When you think about Summer, you probably think of people engaging in activities like swimming, parasailing, riding bikes, or having fun with friends. What you don’t typically associate with summer is consistently getting a good night’s rest. Sleep can be difficult in the warmer, muggier air, especially if you have sleep apnea. Here are some things that might be keeping you from resting during the summer and some tips to help you get around them.

Over your lifetime, you likely grew accustomed to brushing your teeth in your mouth regularly in a certain way. Now you have dentures, and it may feel natural to brush them while they are in your mouth the same way you used to brush you teeth. While this healthy habit served you well in the past, is brushing dentures in your mouth really the best approach? Can you brush dentures while they are still in your mouth?

Dentures are one of the most popular solutions for addressing tooth loss, and the prosthetics have assisted countless generations of patients with missing pearly whites. But one common misconception surrounding them is that they’re just for older patients—but this is far from the truth! It’s true that dentures are often associated with old age, but there’s no age limit on replacing missing teeth; anyone, no matter their age, can and should restore lost teeth, and dentures are a great way to do so. Keep reading to learn more!