Millions and millions of people in the United States have bad breath (also known as halitosis). In fact, it is reported that nearly 80 million people in the US have bad breath. So, if you are also suffering from bad breath, you are not alone!
(Read More)What Effect Does Your Oral Health Have On The Rest Of You?
July 5, 2017
Your mouth, right? After all, you breathe through it, eat and drink with it, chew on pens and pencils when you’re nervous, and probably use your teeth as tools every once in a while. All of the aforementioned make your mouth a great area for germs and bacteria to enter your body and cause problems in your mouth and eventually beyond…unless, that is, you take exceptional care of your oral hygiene!
(Read More)Sleep Therapy | Treatment Options For Sleep Apnea
June 20, 2017
Did you read our last blog post? If not, you can read it here. In it, Dr. Koops talked about the two types of sleep apnea: OSA and CSA. If you snore, wake up not feeling rested, or have excessive daytime sleepiness, you may have one of these kinds of sleep apnea. If you do have OSA or CSA, you should seek treatment ASAP. Unfortunately, sleep apnea has been linked to many more serious diseases if left untreated.
(Read More)Health and Wellness | Sleep Apnea: OSA and CSA
June 5, 2017
A couple weeks ago, Dr. Koops introduced snoring and sleep apnea to our blog. In this article, Dr. Koops discussed several things that cause snoring, sleep apnea, and many potential side effects of snoring.
(Read More)Oral Health | Snoring Is Just An Annoying Noise, Right?
May 22, 2017
Are you a snorer? Do people complain about having to sleep next to you, or in the same room as you? If so, you are not alone as a study shows that 45% of people frequently snore, per the American Academy of Otolaryngology. With this being said, is snoring just an annoying noise that keeps people awake, or is it more serious than that?
(Read More)Oral Health and Wellness | Why You Really Shouldn’t Skip Out On Breakfast
May 8, 2017
It is a meal that is often skipped. We hear all the time about the importance of breakfast, and with good reason.
Dr. Jed M. Koops, DMD in Beachwood, OH puts your health at the forefront of his career. Not only does Dr. Koops want your oral health to be in good condition, but also your overall health. Due to this, below, Dr. Koops will outline several benefits of eating breakfast.
(Read More)Oral Health | The Argument For Chewing Gum
April 24, 2017
Chewing gum has been around since the 1800s, when settlers to America developed the habit from Native Americans.
However, over time, it has been said that chewing gum is not good for your oral health. While this is true in certain cases, like when someone is suffering from TMD or the gum is packed with sugar, it is often a false narrative.
(Read More)Periodontal Disease | A Connection to Heart Disease?
April 10, 2017
Do you, or one of your loved ones, suffer from periodontal disease? If so, you may want to listen up.
Recently, there have been some studies that show that there may be a connection between periodontal disease and heart disease. These connections continue to be studied by researchers.
(Read More)Periodontal Disease | What’s Under Your Gum Line?
March 27, 2017
Did you know that your teeth have something in common with icebergs?
Yes, you read that correctly, your teeth—like icebergs—have a lot beneath the surface that we do not see.
(Read More)Oral Wellness | Is It Still Necessary To Visit the Dentist Twice a Year
March 13, 2017
As technology advances, so do our dental hygiene products. More of our toothpastes and mouthwashes contain fluoride which helps to fight cavities and restore tooth enamel. Additionally, we have high tech toothbrushes that utilize phone apps to determine how well we are brushing our teeth. With all this said, many people question if it is still necessary to maintain two oral wellness visits per year.
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