As we near Halloween, our consumption of sugary treats often increases accordingly. However, this increase in candy consumption can have an adverse effect on your oral health if special care isn’t taken. Is it necessary to avoid candy? Not at all. But it is necessary to improve your daily routine to fully avoid the problems […]
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Obesity is one of the biggest risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea. This risk increases with weight, with recent studies finding that 70% of patients who are morbidly obese suffer from this particular sleeping disorder. If you are overweight and suffering from sleep apnea, Dr. Scott LeSueur and Dr. Charles Dodaro can help, but not
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In our continuing dedication to meet the needs of families living throughout the East Valley area, we are pleased to announce our new extended Tuesday and Saturday hours. Our Mesa office will now be open from 7am to 9pm on Tuesdays and 8am to 2pm on Saturdays. In addition, we are open 7am to 5pm
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Invisalign® and invisible braces are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. Invisalign is a revolutionary orthodontic solution that utilizes removable aligners to gently straighten teeth over an average of 12 to 18 months. Invisible braces are wire-and-bracket devices attached to teeth that straighten the smile through frequent adjustments over an average
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Smokers are 50% more likely to develop periodontal disease, even when they maintain a rigorous oral hygiene routine. This is because the chemicals in cigarette smoke attack healthy tissue both externally, through contact, and internally, through the blood stream. Unfortunately, it is this second form of attack that increases the risk of periodontal disease even
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Oil pulling is a method of detoxifying the mouth for optimal oral hygiene. This ancient ayurvedic technique uses vegetable oil to bind toxins and bacteria – including streptococcus mutans, the bacteria responsible for dental cavities and gingivitis – for complete removal from the oral cavity. Traditionally, oil pulling has been done with coconut oil which
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There is a direct link between oral and systemic health. It goes without saying then that poor oral health will have a negative impact on athletic performance. This issue is so pressing that the British Journal of Sports Medicine has recently stated that good dental habits such as daily brushing and flossing, and biannual visits
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Dental bonding, also known as tooth bonding, is a safe and cost-effective way to deal with a number of general and cosmetic dental issues. Dr. LeSueur and Dr. Dodaro may recommend dental bonding as a fast and effective solution for teeth that are: Chipped or cracked Unevenly spaced Irregularly sized Severely decayed Stained underneath the
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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the airways become blocked during sleep. Symptoms of OSA include loud snoring in addition to: Sporadic periods of breath cessation Choking and gasping for air Chronic daytime fatigue Frequent morning headaches If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, call (480) 834-6991 today to schedule your sleep apnea
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Sedation dentistry is one of the most effective ways to address dental phobia and anxiety, but it is not exclusively reserved for nervous patients. In fact, the safe and effective methods of sedation used by our Mesa dentists can be useful under a number of circumstances. The best way to determine if sedation can help
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