We all know what it feels like to have a bad cold with a stuffy nose. With a stuffed up nose there’s no other choice but to breathe through the mouth. And that makes sense. It also makes sense when we breathe through both the nose and mouth during and after strenuous physical activity or
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Do you snore? Are you tired ? Do you get morning headaches? Do you have high blood pressure, diabetes, a family history of heart attacks, atrial fibrillation or stroke? Do you wake with a dry mouth or sore throat? At Tyson’s Dental we are now addressing an epidemic called Obstructive Sleep Apnea. The National Heart
Read moreRoot canals have an unfair reputation. The procedure saves millions of teeth every year, and contrary to jokes about the matter, you can expect a comfortable experience! Learn more: http://tysons-dental.com/root-canal-service/
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What’s the most frightening thing about Halloween? Is it ghosts? Is it ghouls? Goblins? Nope. The scariest part of Halloween is how much sugar our kids consume. Here are some hair-raising statistics: Americans purchase around 600 million pounds of candy each year for Halloween. The spending for all these sweets is about 2 billion dollars.
Read moreMany dentists volunteer their time and skills to help those who can’t afford dental care. Those of us who have worked as volunteer know that the giver gets more than person receiving help. The feeling of reward, the experience of new environment, the opportunity to fulfill doctor’s duty to the full, without reservations, are invaluable. I experienced it very recently when I traveled with my family to
Read moreOral care helps pets live longer, healthier lives. Unfortunately, many pet parents never look inside their dog’s mouth. That’s a shame because up to 80% of dogs have significant oral pathology. A dogs’ mouth is the ideal incubator for all kinds of bacteria to thrive, partly because the mouth is warm and moist and has nutrients
Read moreFebruary is National Children’s Dental Health month! Children’s teeth are at risk for decay as soon as they appear, so teach oral care habits early!
Read moreDid you know? Gentle, circular motions clean better and avoid wear on teeth and gums!
Read moreThe loss of a tooth is a minor deformity and a major pain. Although dental implants are available, the healing process can take months on end, and implants that fail to align with the ever-growing jawbone tend to fall out. If only adult teeth could be regenerated, right? Read More…
Read moreHappy Tax Day! If you’ve got a refund coming, consider investing in your dental health!
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