Type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea are two common health conditions that often go hand in hand. While they may seem unrelated at first, research has shown a strong connection between the two. Understanding this link is important, as treating one condition can often improve the other and lead to better overall health.

If you have an older dental crown, you may have gotten used to it, but you don’t have to live with a smile that doesn’t look or feel the way you want it to! These days, more and more patients are opting for non-metal crowns, as they’re more natural-looking and better for your health. Plus, replacing your metal crown with a modern option can make quite a big difference in both your confidence and comfort. Here’s what you need to know.

For people living with diabetes, managing blood sugar levels is only part of the health equation. Oral health plays a major role, too. That’s why it’s especially important for diabetics to take advantage of their dental insurance benefits and to do so sooner rather than later. Here’s why using your coverage now can make a big difference in your health.

If you have an autoimmune disease, you’re probably used to making several doctor appointments a year. It’s worth it to stay on top of your symptoms, but the costs can add up. Thinking about affording good dental care in addition to your general health checkups might seem overwhelming!

Fortunately, there’s a way you can take care of your smile for next to nothing. Here’s how dental insurance makes essential dental care more accessible for patients with autoimmune diseases.

Although the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends you visit the dentist every six months for your regular checkup and cleaning appointments, many patients avoid going out of fear, anxiety, or even embarrassment about their smile. Here’s why there’s no excuse for avoiding caring for your oral health, and one safe, effective treatment that could make it a whole lot easier!

Between family, work, social activities, and educational responsibilities, it’s a pretty safe bet that you lead a stressful life. But unfortunately, stress doesn’t just affect your mental health. It can often have a variety of negative side effects on your oral and overall health, too. Here are a few ways it can manifest itself in your mouth, and what you can do to protect your smile.

The idea of secondhand smoke isn’t exactly new. Since the 1970’s, scientists have been confident that simply inhaling the vapor produced by nearby smokers can have negative effects on someone’s health. But research is never truly complete, and recent studies have linked secondhand inhalation to an increased risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in kids between the ages of 3 and 18.

Needless to say, this discovery has brought an age-old topic back to life! To learn more about what the research says, keep reading.

Your new dental implants are a permanent way to replace missing teeth, but that doesn’t mean they’re guaranteed to last forever. The truth is, the longevity of your new smile depends on a variety of factors, including your individual oral hygiene, lifestyle, and even the materials they’re made of. Here’s a quick breakdown of the different parts, and how long you can expect each one to last.

If you’re a pet parent, you may be used to drifting off to sleep with fluffy or fido close by, either in your bedroom or even in your bed. But what if you have sleep apnea? Will having your fur baby hurt the quality of your shuteye? Here’s what you need to know about sleeping with a pet in your bedroom!

If you suffer from sleep apnea, you may think the worst thing about this disorder is that you always feel tired. But the truth is, sleep apnea has many dangerous side effects that can not only diminish your quality of life, but it can also shorten your lifespan! Here’s how failure to treat sleep apnea can cost you not just your peace of mind, but your life!