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Why Does My Jaw Hurt on One Side? Your eyes burst open from a deep sleep. A sharp pain stabs your jaw. You pop a few pain relievers but cannot get back to sleep. Should you seek immediate medical attention? Unless you have additional, worrisome symptoms, you probably don’t need to rush to the emergency…

Can You Have Sleep Apnea Without Snoring? Did you know that around 30 million Americans have sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleep condition that causes breathing to stop while you sleep. These disruptions in obstructive sleep apnea, the most prevalent form of the illness, are caused by deflated throat muscles that restrict the airway, often leading…

Most Common Causes of Sleep Apnea: At least 25 million adults in the United States have sleep apnea. Are you at risk of becoming one of them? The answer might surprise you.  Sleep apnea has been linked to various factors and health conditions – not just health issues like obesity and old age. Some of the leading…

Why Dental Cleanings Are Essential: Around 49% of men and 57% of women only brush their teeth once a day. An even greater majority brush incorrectly or floss irregularly. At-home oral hygiene is important, but it’s also lacking enough that professional assistance is required. Dental cleanings are an extremely important part of maintaining your oral and holistic…

Which Toothbrush Is Actually the Best for Me? Did you know that people are brushing their teeth less than ever? Due to the pandemic’s stress and other issues, oral hygiene is on the back burner for many Americans. If you want to avoid unnecessary trips to the dentist and keep your mouth clean, you should make…

What to Expect When Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Removed: Did you know that humans originally evolved with more teeth to eat foods such as nuts, raw meat, and berries? Enter wisdom teeth, the pesky third molars whose removal many people see as a rite of passage. Have you ever wondered whether it is time to remove your…

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Disorders, over 10 million people in America suffer from TMJ disorders. TMJ is an acronym for Temporomandibular Disorder. It is a common condition that can cause pain in your jaw, face, and head. The National Institute of Health recommends treating TMJ pain with noninvasive, reversible techniques. Conservative methods do…

How Oral Health Impacts Overall Health: About 1 in every 4 adults between the ages of 20 and 64 has at least one cavity. Many prioritize their overall health and wellness over their oral health, but did you know that oral health and overall health are connected? That’s right, your poor dental hygiene symptoms aren’t just putting you…

Practicing General Dentistry over the past 37 years has been a blessing. My greatest satisfaction is improving the functional and esthetic components of my patients. Once I started delivering preventative and restorative care, I became aware of the lack of orofacial pain and sleep medicine treatment in Acadiana. My mentor of all time, the late Dr. Henry…

Should I Be Using Mouthwash? Did you know that almost 200 million people regularly use mouthwash in the United States? With its fresh taste and a myriad of advantages, it is easy to see why mouthwash is a great option for maintaining oral health. Have you considered using mouthwash but are unsure whether to add it to…