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Why Does My Jaw Hurt on One Side?
Jaw pain can be frustrating and disruptive. While occasional discomfort might seem minor, persistent or worsening jaw pain can indicate a more serious problem that needs attention. If your jaw hurts on one side, it’s important to understand the possible causes and seek appropriate care. Let’s explore some common reasons for jaw pain and how you can find relief. Common Causes of Jaw Pain Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) The temporomandibular...
Understanding Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): A Guide by Alexandra Park Dental
Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a serious sleep disorder that affects many people, impacting their sleep quality and overall health. But what exactly is severe OSA? At Alexandra Park Dental, we believe that understanding this condition is the first step towards effective management and improved health. What is Severe OSA? Severe OSA is a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep due to blocked airways. This results...
Toothache or Earache? How to Tell the Difference
A toothache or an earache can be extremely unpleasant and distracting. Differentiating between the two is difficult since they frequently exhibit similar symptoms. Even dental irritation, sometimes known as referred pain, can cause earaches. We'll examine the signs and causes of toothaches and earaches in order to assist you distinguish between these two conditions. We'll also offer advice on how to distinguish between the two and stress the significance of...
Benefits and drawbacks of having wisdom teeth removed
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are a set of teeth that typically grow in during a person's late teenage years or early twenties. They are located at the back of the mouth, behind the molars. While some people do not experience any problems with their wisdom teeth, others may develop issues such as pain, discomfort, or decay. In these cases, wisdom tooth extraction may be recommended. Dr. Richard W. Lee...
Signs to Look For If You Grind Your Teeth At Night
Grinding your teeth (technical term bruxism) at night is a harmful condition that can be seriously detrimental to your oral health. Especially since you are doing it when you are asleep, it can take serious symptoms to start showing until you are able to recognize that a problem is even occurring. Unless you have someone to keep an eye on you when you sleep, how can you tell if you...
Dental Care During Pregnancy
Dental health is an important part of your overall health. And if you’re pregnant, it’s an important part of your prenatal care as well. Being pregnant can increase your risk for oral health problems, and these problems can affect your pregnancy. For example, some studies show a link between gum disease and premature birth. How does pregnancy affect your dental health? Changes in your body during pregnancy can affect your...
Do Dental Implants Last Forever?
Dental implants are an excellent option for long-term tooth replacement, looking like and requiring only the maintenance given to natural teeth. But how long do dental implants usually last? With modern technology in dental implants, implant failures due to rejection or functionality issues are now very rare. Misuse of the implant, pre-existing medical conditions and diseases are now the most likely reasons when an implant does fail. Are dental implants permanent?...
What Causes Toothache?
From time to time we can develop toothaches or throbbing tooth pain that can last for a day or longer, which can affect our eating habits, our ability to sleep, and how we go about our day-to-day lives. Knowing the causes of toothache is very important in properly treating the actual issue and not just relieving the toothache pain. If you do not have a dentist in Leduc, contact our...
Do I Really Need to Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Wisdom teeth are the third and last set of molars that grow during the earlier stage of human development. However, today, thanks to advanced oral care and hygiene, they are merely obsolete since our molars are all that are necessary. Most issues with wisdom teeth happen when a person is between 15 and 25 years old, and very few people older than 30 experience problems with them. When is it...
Does Root Canal Hurt?
Root canal is known to be a painful, stressful, and uncomfortable procedure. But this is actually quite far from the truth. In reality, root canals are completely painless, and are actually the best way to get relief from the discomfort of a damaged, infected tooth. Root Canal Procedure is not painful. The truth is it’s your tooth that hurts, not the actual procedure. When you need a root canal, it’s...
Dental Hygiene & Cleanings Leduc.
Preventive dentistry is the key to a long-lasting, healthy smile. Professional dental care is just as essential as brushing and flossing regularly. Preventative care in the form of professional dental services is crucial to avoiding difficult and expensive dental issues later on.