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Sleep apnea is a common problem that affects the majority of the population and is frequently ignored. Apnea generally goes in hand with snoring. Since the person cannot breathe properly and intake enough oxygen, they can gain weight and heart diseases may occur. Besides, because the quality of sleep reduces, insomnia, nervousness, lack of motivation, polyuria, sweating, reflux, tiredness, clumsiness, and even accidents can be experienced. Some of the reasons for apnea are Excessive weight Nasal obstruction Hormonal changes The first thing to do in the treatment of apnea is t...

BRUXISM There are different reasons for clenching your teeth which is a condition we frequently encounter. Genetics Stress Problems with the jaw Not breathing sufficiently are some the reasons for bruxism. This habit is observed especially at nights when you are unconscious. But the person continues this habit during daytime. Causes, Effects, and Treatment Options After some time, the person experiences Fractured or loosened teeth Tenderness Jaw and muscle pain Gingival recession and tenderness. To get rid of this condition, the reason behind it must ...

Bad breath can result from dental health problems. But sometimes it can result from upper respiratory diseases, problems in the digestion system or diabetes. However, the first thing to eliminate is the intraoral problems. Lack of oral hygiene Excessive tartar and plaque Existence of a tooth decay Gingival diseases are the major causes. Reduction in saliva flow is also a reason for bad breath. Conditions that cause a decrease in the activity of salivary glands (blockage of salivary glands, radiotherapy, use of medication, insufficient liquid consumption, etc.) directly decreas...

GUMMY SMILE TREATMENT Gummy smile is an unaesthetic condition in which excessive amount of gum is shown while smiling. The causes of gummy smile are The structure of the bone (skeletal) Hyperactive upper lip Shorter upper lip Imbalanced ratio of gum Tailoring Treatment to the Underlying Cause The cause of it must be analyzed carefully before the treatment because gummy smile treatment should be administered according to the main cause. If the cause is skeletal, orthodontic treatment must be provided. Sometimes besides orthodontic treatment, surgery might be necessa...