Treating Sleep Apnea With Three Different Options

November 28, 2012

Filed under: sleep apnea — Tags: , , , — Dr. Benjamin Hornstein @ 2:15 pm

Sleep apnea is a common issue with men and women, ranging in age from children to adults. If not treated properly with the right amount of examination and care, the effects can be fatal. Don’t let the early warning signs pass you or your loved ones by.

With the modern technology found at the Center for Advanced Dentistry, Dr. Hornstein can help you treat it, no matter what your age is.

Basically, there are three main methods of treatment:

  • Surgery
  • Using a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine
  • Wearing a custom fit oral appliance at night.

Surgery might sound a bit extreme at first, but if you have a blocked airway, surgery is highly recommended. With an obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), blockages somewhere in the airway occur repeatedly in a short amount of time. Your breathing can stop for as little as a few seconds to a few minutes. The hope with the surgery option is to open the airway. That way, you can reduce obstructions to a safe level. Your uvula, palate and jaw are looked at.

With a CPAP machine, oxygen is continuously pumped into your nose or a facial mask.

If you find a CPAP to be a ball and chain, there is another option. Oral appliance therapy involves an orthotic made with you in mind and you wear it at night. This orthotic can do all kinds of things, like preventing the soft palate from blocking your airways and repositioning your tongue. Even better, an oral appliance lessens snoring.

Dr. Hornstein and the Center for Advanced Dentistry are here to help. We’re happy to talk with you about what’s best for treating your sleep apnea. Give us a call today. We serve patients from Cleveland, Solon, Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, and surrounding areas.

 

 

What is Holistic Dentistry?

November 21, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , — Dr. Benjamin Hornstein @ 2:13 pm

You might have heard a lot about holistic dentistry in the past few years. You might have a lot of questions about it. What are the benefits? Why do some dentists boast about being Mercury-free for all these years? Is this kind of dentistry right for me, beyond the dental care I’ve had for years?

Holistic dentistry has been called a few different things over the years: alternative dentistry, biologic dentistry, biocompatible dentistry, and unconventional dentistry. But what exactly is involved with holistic dentistry? Essentially, it combines modern dental technology with healing methods from around the world. Your whole body is examined; not just your oral health. Much more thorough than general dentistry, there are so many aspects of it. At the Center for Advanced Dentistry, Dr. Hornstein, Dr. Gray and their qualified staff offer the best in holistic dentistry.

Here are the services that we offer:

Since part of holistic dentistry involves massage therapy, we offer different types of it, including:

  • Paraffin Therapy
  • Reflexology Massage
  • Chair Massage
  • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Massage
  • Full Body Massage

At the Center for Advanced Dentistry, since holistic dentistry promotes stress reduction and nutrition, we offer the latest and most helpful nutrition information available. Plus, we offer a thorough list of holistic practitioners in the area. The focus is on your overall wellness, going on an organic and natural route. Hoping to prevent and reverse degenerative dental disease, nutrition, proper nutrition is a major part of holistic dentistry.

We’re happy to answer any or all questions you might have about holistic dentistry. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment. We serve patients from Cleveland, Solon, Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, and surrounding areas.

Dental Implants As a Gift

November 14, 2012

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , — Dr. Benjamin Hornstein @ 4:06 pm

Want to give the gift of dental implants for the new year? It’s not that far fetched.

You’ve heard a lot about dental implants on this blog for good reason. As a reminder here are some of the reasons why.

  • Implants are a safe and organic alternative to other plans
  • They can help prevent you from losing more teeth in the future.
  • You have the root of your tooth and your smile restored at the same time.

Interested? There are steps to what happens next.

Dr. Hornstein will decide if you or your loved one is a candidate for implants. If Dr. Hornstein believes you are, the proverbial ball can begin rolling as soon as possible. Doesn’t matter if one tooth or a whole row needs replacing, dental implants do the heavy work. By forming an artificial root for your tooth or teeth, these aren’t like dentures. They don’t slip like dentures, so don’t worry about that common problem. You must have a stable jawbone, and if you or your loved one qualifies, get ready for a life-changing experience in only a few visits.

Sometimes, bone grafting may be needed beforehand. Most people qualify for dental implants, so rest assured. Schedule a consultation. In addition to regular brushing and flossing twice a day, regular check-up with Dr. Hornstein will make sure things are going accordingly.

Imagine improved speech along with the confidence found in a bright and healthy smile. Speaking with ease and clarity is always a plus, no matter what your age is. No need for a soft-spoken approach or sentences with only a few words. Dental implants can get you or a loved one on that road.

Give us a call today. The new year will be here sooner than you think. We serve patients from Cleveland, Solon, Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, and surrounding areas.

Check Back in Before the Holidays!

November 7, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , — Dr. Benjamin Hornstein @ 4:06 pm

Now that Halloween is over with, it’s time to think about the holidays. We’ve talked about it before, but the holidays will be here sooner than you’d expect. Thanksgiving and Christmas may be only a few weeks apart, but they can seem closer than that, especially if you’re hosting a lot of friends and family. Of course you have a lot of shopping to do in between then, but don’t forget the importance of having a clean bill of oral health.

If it’s been six months since your last visit and you haven’t scheduled a checkup, there’s still time. The Center for Advanced Dentistry is here for you, so call today to schedule your next appointment.

But I saw Dr. Hornstein earlier this year and I was fine. Why another one this year?

Well, do you want to eat that pumpkin pie, turkey, and stuffing without worry about its impact on your teeth? Dr. Hornstein will give you another good look with your cleaning and decide if you need anything done. Just think: one hour in a dentist chair and you can rest easy. This way, you’ll be on track and up to date with your oral health. Certainly will be something to keep in mind going into 2013.

As great as sugar tastes, its affect on your teeth might not be if you haven’t had a recent checkup. Don’t let plaque set up camp and start a long war on your teeth. Get that taken care of because preventative measures are much easier to take care of now instead of later.

But if you need something more than a regular cleaning and oral exam, we offer restorative or cosmetic therapies too. Schedule your next appointment today, and end 2012 on a good note. We serve patients from Cleveland, Solon, Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, and beyond.