Breathe Better, Smile Healthier: How Nasal Breathing Supports Oral Health
Breathe Better, Smile Healthier: How Nasal Breathing Supports Oral Health Did you know that something as simple as how you breathe can have a profound impact on your dental health? At Drew Dental in Aptos, we’re passionate about comprehensive, preventive care—and that includes looking at the root causes of oral health challenges. One major, often […]
What is Xylitol and How Does It Work?
What is Xylitol and How Does It Work? Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in many fruits and vegetables. While it is commonly known for its dental benefits—helping to prevent cavities by inhibiting harmful bacteria—it also has powerful effects on nasal health. Xylitol’s hyperosmolar properties draw moisture into the nasal passages, promoting mucus clearance […]
Unlock the Power of Proper Breathing with Drew Dental
Update on Early orthodontic expansion on our 4-year-old patient who is now 6 years old •First adult tooth has erupted in the lower jaw straight •Second adult tooth has ample space to erupt in straight •Remember, adult teeth are larger than baby teeth •There needs to be spacing between baby teeth •Spacing between baby teeth […]
Recognizing Poor Sleep Quality Factors During Oral Health Evaluations
Recognizing Poor Sleep Quality Factors During Oral Health Evaluations Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Aptos Don’t be surprised if your dental professional finds an ENT problem, maybe even before your medical doctor does! Airway Centric Dentists are highly trained to assess for breathing and airway problems. Oral health practitioners routinely perform oral health assessments for the dental […]
Podcast: Listen to Orthodontics and Airway with Dr. William Hang
Listen to Orthodontics and Airway with Dr. William Hang A Tale of Two Hygienists Presents: Orthodontics and Airway with Dr. William Hang from January 31, 2019 in Podcasts. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_divider style=”thin” /] Listen Here! [dt_divider style=”thin” /] The guest this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast is William Hang, DDS, MSD. […]
Mouth Breathing means Sleep Issues
Our body is designed to take air in through the nose to filter, humidify, get the air ready before it goes into the body. If you breathe through you mouth, you are forcing your tonsils to do the work of the nose; clean the air, filter the air, humidify and clean the air. Your body […]
Signs to look for if you suffer from Silent Breathing Problem
Signs to look for if you suffer from Silent Breathing Problems Here are a few symptoms: ADD/ADHD ✅ a child bed wetting but potty trained ✅ Frequently wake up at night ✅ trouble in school (especially subjects Math, Science, Spelling) ✅ Mouth Breathing ✅ Snoring ✅ Restless Sleep ✅ delayed or stunted growth ✅ Nightmares […]
Mouth Breathing: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Mouth Breathing A mother watches her seven year old daughter sitting and coloring. While the girl concentrates on the shape of each petal, the mother notices something: she can see that her daughter’s lips are parted. She looks over at her son, and notices his lips are closed. Cute characteristic? Or serious sleep issue? Most […]