Snoring is one of the obvious symptoms of sleep apnea, a potentially fatal condition in which a person stops breathing while asleep, often for as long as 10 seconds and upward of 20 times per hour. The most common form of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which is caused by an airway blockage, such …
When you’re considering tooth replacement options, you’re weighing a number of different factors. Durability is absolutely one of the most important considerations raised by our McCandless-area patients. Dental implants represent one potential solution, but you might be curious about how long you can expect them to last. Are dental implants permanent? The answer to that question depends …
These days, patients are more savvy than ever, and people are increasingly concerned about ingesting chemicals or other foreign materials. Because Invisalign® clear plastic aligners are still relatively new, many of our Pittsburgh-area patients express concerns about the materials used in the creation of these aligners. Is this plastic safe? The answer is an unqualified yes. …
When looking for a solution to chipped, cracked or broken teeth, it’s important to choose the dental work that offers you the most benefit. We’ve found that for many Pittsburgh-area patients, that treatment is dental veneers. Of course, every patient is unique, and every case is different. But it is simply a fact that dental veneers …
At Dentonics, Inc, we understand that money is always a consideration for our Pittsburgh-area patients. And we also know that it’s important to openly address these financial concerns so you can budget appropriately. This is certainly true when you’re considering a teeth whitening treatment. If you’re like most Americans, you likely have dental insurance through your job …
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. It’s an important time to raise awareness of the prevalence of oral cancer in the US, as well as informing people of the risk factors and prevention measures. These cancers commonly occur on the tongue, tonsils and oropharynx, as well as the gums, floor of the mouth, lips and …
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