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Sleep Disorders are a growing problem in our society. It’s not uncommon for patients to describe trouble sleeping, excessive daytime sleepiness, snoring, inability to sleep, and even stopping breathing during the night. Stopping breathing is our greatest concern. Sleep apnea can occur in anyone. During apnic events a person repeatedly stops and starts breathing during […]

Did you know that according to a study done by the CDC an estimated 50-70 million Americans have a sleep disorder? This seems to be a growing problem. Sleep is an important topic to all of us. Good health and well-being is dependent upon a good night’s sleep. Not getting enough quality sleep at the

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5-9-16 Diabetes is estimated to affect 20 million people,but only two-thirds of these individuals are diagnosed. Studies show that diabetics are more susceptible to periodontal disease and oral infections than non diabetic patients. Some of the most common oral health problems associated with diabetes are: Gum disease. Recent research suggests that the connection between gum disease

I was reading an article not long ago about a patient who noted a sore in her mouth. She mentioned it to her physician. The physician examined the area and scheduled the patient to be rechecked in 7 days. At the patient’s dental appointment she again mentioned the sore in her mouth. The dentist immediately

4-25-16 Today I’d like to discuss the effects of tooth loss. Losing a tooth can be an emotional experience. A patient’s response to tooth loss can include bereavement, lowered self-confidence, dislike of appearance, altered socialization and more! For many patients, partials and dentures are uncomfortable. Traditional dental implants, whether bone grafts are included or not,

4-18-16 We’ve been helping create beautiful smiles for years . Did you know that we offer Botox and facial fillers treatments at Lima Dental Associates? Botox is a series of injections that produce a temporary muscle paralyzing effect, which typically smooth wrinkles and ageing lines. It is also used to treat some muscle conditions such

4-11-16 Although exact causes of TMD are unknown, symptoms that frequently accompany TMD don’t go unnoticed. These symptoms include: • Pain or tenderness in the face, jaw, neck, and shoulders and ear • Jaws that get stuck or lock in the open/ closed position • Clicking or popping in the jaw joint when opening or