If you have suffered a stroke or have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, then you may have certain neurological deficits such as swallowing or chewing problems. While physical and occupational therapy can help restore movement, range-of-motion, and strength, they may be ineffective in treating neurological problems affecting the head and neck. Dental bridge treatment not only enhances your smile, but it may also help improve symptoms caused by a stroke and Parkinson’s.…
You’ve been dreading that upcoming root canal, oral surgery or other dental procedure when you happen to spot an advertisement promoting sedation dentistry. Could the use of sedation help you get through such procedures more easily and comfortably? Here are four questions you can ask your dentist that will help you make the right decision.
1. Which Patients Benefit the Most from Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry is most commonly administered to patients who get extremely nervous or tense whenever they undergo dental procedures.…
If your child has Down syndrome, then you want to educate yourself on the dental challenges that you may face with your child, so you can be proactive with regards to keeping their teeth in the best shape possible. Here are some of the things that you should understand about people with Down syndrome, specifically where dental differences are concerned.
Teeth can come in later
People with Down syndrome generally have both their first and permanent teeth come in later than what would be considered the normal time frame.…