Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Is Snoring Really Harmless?

Dental Articles, Dentistry by Angela Britt, Education, Sleep Apnea

Every night it’s the same: You wake up to the sounds of your partner snoring away. While they are slumbering soundly, you are fighting to ignore the cacophony of sounds so you can get some well-deserved rest. Don’t be too jealous of your partner’s ability to sleep, though. If they are snoring, it may be an indication of something more troublesome: obstructive sleep apnea. At Dentistry by Angela Britt, we know all about the symptoms of sleep apnea and, best of all, how to help you and your partner get the sleep you desperately need. What is Sleep Apnea? Obstructive…

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The Perfect Solution For Perfect Teeth

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Articles, Dentistry by Angela Britt, Education, Services

All too often, we settle for less. Whether it’s not returning a poorly cooked meal or settling for a substandard flooring installation, we don’t want to inconvenience others, don’t want to appear too demanding, or simply don’t have the energy for the fight. The thing is, you deserve the best, especially when it comes to your smile. And when it comes to correcting smile imperfections, I’ve got the perfect option in mind. What could I possibly be referring to? Veneers! What Can Veneers Do? Porcelain veneers are a conservative, yet permanent, way to correct many of the most common tooth…

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Implants In a Day? No Way!

Dental Articles, Dental Implants, Dentistry by Angela Britt, Education, Services

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants are the way to go. If you’re replacing an entire arch with them, though, implants take time. Between the surgery and healing period, reclaiming your smile can take months. And while I firmly believe that the results that implants provide are worth the wait, I also understand that you may want to enjoy your new smile sooner rather than later. For those of you who are ready to flash your gorgeous grin now, I offer another type of dental implant: TeethXpress. Intrigued? Continue reading to learn more. If you’re a denture…

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Stop Doing That! Habits That Harm Your Teeth

Dentistry by Angela Britt, Education

Some of my patients take impeccable care of their teeth: they brush after every meal, floss daily, and never miss a cleaning or dental exam. While you would expect people who are so diligent about their dental care to have near perfect smiles, sometimes they’re doing other things that completely sabotage their teeth. Are you among those who are unknowingly damaging their teeth? Let’s find out. Bad Habit #1 — Chewing On Ice When you’ve reached the end of your beverage, it may be tempting to chew on the ice that remains in your glass. The problem is that ice…

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New Year, New Teeth, New You

Dentistry by Angela Britt, Education, Services, Technology

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to take stock in our lives. How many times have we put our needs on the back burner in order to take care of a friend or loved one? How often have we run ourselves ragged trying to do too much? I propose that this year, you make your happiness and health — including dental health — a priority. If you have recently experienced an extraction or having been battling with your dentures, then treat yourself to dental implants. Dental implants as a treat? Let me explain. How You Can…

The WandⓇ: Almost Magic

Dentistry by Angela Britt, Education, Services, Technology

At Dentistry by Angela Britt, we take great pride in incorporating technology in our practice. Dental technology advances daily, and if those advancements can benefit our patients in any way, we want to learn more. One of our favorite technological tools is our dental wand. This award-winning wonder allows us to anesthetize patients more comfortably and efficiently than ever before. As dental professionals, it’s easy to be enthusiastic about state-of-the-art equipment, but we think you’ll be excited to learn more, too. Among the many benefits of the Wand are: Improved precision. With traditional anesthetic injections, the area surrounding the affected…

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What Flu Season Means For Your Oral Health

Education

This flu season has been predicted to be one of the worst, yet. Whether or not that turns out to be true, it’s important that we protect ourselves as much as possible: we wash our hands thoroughly after touching community property, we get flu shots, we might even go through a little extra hand sanitizer. But what happens when we get the flu despite all of our efforts? The team at Dentistry by Angela Britt hopes that you and your family remain healthy this flu season, but if you don’t, try the following suggestions to keep your teeth healthy as…

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Smile! It’s Good For You!

Education

Smiling is my business, but I’m not the only one. Smiles have been the subject of many a painting, song lyric, book title, and more. Of course, it makes sense for a dentist to be concerned with smiles, but as much as I love helping people get the smile of their dreams through dentistry, I’m a big fan of smiles for another reason, as well. Turns out, smiling is good for your health. Here’s how smiling is one of the best things you can do for yourself: Smiling can temporarily lower your heart rate and blood pressure. When your stress…