Sleep apnea is the cessation of breathing during sleep for at least 10 seconds at a time. There are two types of sleep apnea: central and obstructive. Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a disorder that causes the brain to stop sending the proper signals to the muscles that control breathing. The most common form of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This form of apnea occurs when airways are blocked during sleep causing the cessation of breathing. Many patients are treated using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) that, as the name suggests, keeps airways open using a continual flow of air. Many CPAP users are unhappy with the system because the sounds it makes are loud, they can’t get used to the sensation of forced air, and because the CPAP system is inconvenient for travel. For patients who suffer from OSA, our Beachwood, OH dental team has an alternative to the CPAP system: oral appliance therapy with The Moses® and SomnoDent®.
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The Alternative Sleep Apnea Treatment Beachwood Residents Prefer
November 18, 2015
The Dentist Pepper Pike Prefers Says Tobacco Use Greatly Affects Oral Health
September 16, 2015
Tobacco use is rampant in the United States. Roughly 42 million people are habitual tobacco users. Of this number, many will develop conditions such as lung cancer, emphysema and more. Tobacco is enjoyed by people in several different ways including cigarettes, smokeless tobacco (“dip”), or cigars. Nicotine is highly addictive, which explains why so many people are tobacco users. We’re here to tell you that it’s in your best interest to kick the habit while you still have time. You see, it isn’t just your overall health you’re putting at risk, it’s your oral health, too. Our Beachwood, OH office wants you to know that your oral health is very important and tobacco use can leave it in bad shape. Bad oral health has a major impact on your overall health. As the Beachwood dentist of choice for residents in the area, Dr. Hornstein has firsthand the effects tobacco has had on many patients. He and the rest of our dental staff want you to live your life free of tobacco and with the best oral health of your life.
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Oral Health & Pregnancy Facts from Your Beachwood Dentist
July 15, 2015
It’s no secret that your body changes when you’re pregnant. Hormones rising and falling, morning sickness, aches and pains, and more can make you feel like your body is out of control. Many patients aren’t aware of how hormonal variation during pregnancy can effect oral health. At the Center for Advanced Dentistry (CFAD), our skilled team will explain the ins and outs of the changes in your oral health while pregnant. If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, call to schedule an appointment at our Beachwood, OH office to review oral health and discuss recommended changes to your hygiene routine.
Oral Health Changes While Pregnant
The change in hormone levels puts women at high risk for gum disease, specifically a form of gingivitis referred to as “pregnancy gingivitis.” Thorough at home hygiene and regular six month dental cleaning may not be enough to prevent this form of gingivitis. If you notice inflamed, bleeding or swollen gums, gum sensitivity when eating or drinking, or excessive bleeding when flossing or brushing your teeth, call CFAD immediately. Depending on the severity, we may recommend more frequent cleanings through the course of your pregnancy. Gum disease during pregnancy increases the risk of pre-term birth and underweight babies as well as potentially compromising the baby’s and your immune system if infection enters the blood stream.
Another oral health change noticed while pregnant is the “pregnancy tumor.” The name is quite misleading. A pregnancy tumor is not cancerous. The changes in your body make the mouth’s soft tissue more sensitive to irritation from plaque buildup or foreign debris. These red lumps usually appear on the gums between teeth. If they are extremely painful or impede eating, we may recommend removal, but the tumors typically clear up on their own after you give birth.
Dental Care for Baby from the Dentist Shaker Heights Trusts Most
Did you know your baby’s teeth begin to develop between the 3rd and 6th month of your pregnancy? A healthy diet is essential to a healthy pregnancy, but did you know that eating well can help your baby develop stronger, healthier primary teeth? Your baby needs a lot of vitamins and minerals throughout the pregnancy, but their developing teeth especially need large amounts of Vitamins A, C and D, calcium, protein and phosphorous. Taking a prenatal vitamin as prescribed or recommended by your physician can help you absorb a large percentage of these necessary nutrients, but eating high fiber and protein, and calcium rich foods will provide your baby with more of the necessary nutrients for growth, especially for developing healthy teeth.
Most necessary dental health care is perfectly safe for pregnant and lactating mothers. However, elective procedures should be postponed until after your pregnancy. In the case of dental emergency, more complex restorative procedures may be necessary, but should always be performed in conjunction with your physician.
Contact Your Family Dentist, 44122
At the Center for Advanced Dentistry, we are here to care for you at every stage of your life. If you’re pregnant or trying to become pregnant, call to schedule an appointment to discuss tips for optimal oral hygiene while pregnant. Our Beachwood, OH practice welcomes patients from the surrounding area Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, Warrensville Heights, Cleveland, and the neighboring communities
Preserve Your Natural Smile and Schedule Your General Dentist 44122 Appointment Today
February 21, 2015
Have you had a preventive dental checkup lately? Some patients mistakenly believe that if they have no pain or discomfort, they don’t need to see a dentist. However, dental checkups are absolutely necessary to maintain good oral health. If you’ve been avoiding regular dental care, there’s a high probability that decay and periodontal infection has already taken root. Don’t take chances with your good dental health. Make your preventive care general dentist 44122 appointment with Dr. Hornstein and the experienced team at The Center for Advanced Dentistry today. Dr. Hornstein is a trusted 44122 general dentist, now delivering quality care daily throughout Beachwood, Cleveland, Pepper Pike, Solon, Shaker Heights, and the surrounding Ohio communities.
44122 General Dentist Visits to Prevent and Treat Tooth Decay
- Dental Examinations: Dental exams are needed to find decay and dental disease before it can cause pain and discomfort.
- Dental Sealants: Dental sealants are thin plastic coverings that can protect the back teeth from cavities.
- Fluoride Treatments: Fluoride treatments can strengthen and fortify teeth.
- Tooth Colored Fillings: Dental fillings can fully restore teeth that have begun to decay.
44122 General Dentist Visits to Prevent and Treat Periodontal Disease
- Dental Cleanings: Dental cleanings are necessary to remove the plaque buildup that causes periodontal disease.
- Root Scaling and Planing: If you already have periodontal disease, a root scaling and planning treatment can remove the infection and protect your gums from inflammation causing bacteria in the future.
Schedule a General Dentist 44122 Appointment
With a good oral hygiene routine at home and regular dental checkups and cleanings, you can greatly reduce your risk of getting cavities, periodontal disease, and other dental health problems. If it has been more than six months since your last dental checkup, schedule your general dentist 44122 appointment with Dr. Hornstein at The Center for Advanced Dentistry today. Dr. Hornstein is a highly qualified general dentist 44122, now proudly restoring smiles daily throughout Beachwood, Cleveland, Pepper Pike, Solon, Shaker Heights, and nearby Ohio areas.
Your Family Dentist Shaker Heights Offers Life Saving Oral Cancer Screenings
January 21, 2015
Protect your good health with oral cancer screenings from Advanced Dental Care today. Dr. Hornstein offers oral cancer screenings as a routine part of each and every dental exam. If you tend to skip out on your semiannual checkups, you could be jeopardizing your long term health. Historically, the death rate associated with oral cancer is particularly high due to the disease being routinely discovered late in its development. Since there is no comprehensive program in the U.S. to screen for oral cancer, it may be that a regular dental visit could one day save your life, or the life of someone you love. If it has been more than six months since your last dental checkup, make an appointment with Dr. Hornstein and the experienced team at The Center for Advanced Dentistry today. Dr. Hornstein is a trusted Shaker Heights Dentist, now proudly serving patients daily throughout Beachwood, Cleveland, Pepper Pike, Solon, Shaker Heights, and neighboring Ohio communities.
Ask Your Dentist Shaker Heights: What Are The Symptoms of Oral Cancer?
The presence of any of the following symptoms necessitates an immediate oral cancer screening appointment from your Dentist Shaker Heights:
- Swelling, lumps or bumps, rough spots, or crust anywhere around the lips, gums, or other areas inside the mouth
- White, red, or speckled patches in the mouth
- Mouth bleeding
- Mouth pain or numbness
- Mouth sores
- A feeling that something is caught in the back of the throat
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing, speaking
- Hoarseness, chronic sore throat, or change in voice
- Ear aches
- A change in the way your teeth or dentures fit together
- Sudden and dramatic weight loss
Ask Your Dentist Shaker Heights: Who’s At Risk for Developing Oral Cancer?
Research shows that men are twice as likely to develop oral cancer as women, and men over age 50 face the greatest risk. Other risk factors for the development of oral cancer include:
- Tobacco use
- Excessive consumption of alcohol
- Family history of cancer
- Excessive sun exposure
- Contraction of HPV
Dentist Shaker Heights Oral Cancer Screening Appointments
Don’t skip an opportunity to protect your good health. Make your oral cancer screening appointment with Dr. Hornstein and the highly qualified team at The Center for Advanced Dentistry today. Dr. Hornstein is a leading Shaker Heights Dentist, delivering quality care daily throughout Beachwood, Cleveland, Pepper Pike, Solon, Shaker Heights, and nearby Ohio communities.
Beachwood Family Dentist Advice: How to Keep Your Smile Bright and Healthy in 2015
January 15, 2015
A brighter smile is well within reach. Good oral hygiene is important to maintain both an attractive smile and good general health. Poor oral hygiene, caused by skipping routine dental visits, can lead to a variety of dental and medical problems including: gum disease, infection, bone loss, and medical complications like heart disease, strokes, and other problems. Semi-annual dental checkups and dental cleanings will prevent these issues as well as improve the color and brightness of your smile. For the whitest possible smile, you should avoid tobacco use and brush your teeth after drinking acidic beverages like coffee, tea, soda, or wine. Follow these steps and then make your preventive checkup and dental cleaning appointment with Dr. Hornstein and his experienced team at The Center for Advanced Dentistry today. Dr. Hornstein is a trusted Beachwood Family Dentist, delivering quality dental care daily throughout Beachwood, Cleveland, Pepper Pike, Solon, Shaker Heights, and the surrounding Ohio communities.
Beachwood Family Dentist Dental Cleanings
A professional dental cleaning will keep decay and discoloration at bay. Dr. Hornstein can remove most tobacco, coffee, and tea stains. A dental cleaning will also freshen your breath. Recent studies show that over 85% of patients with chronic bad breath (halitosis) have a dental problem to blame. During your dental cleaning you can also expect Dr. Hornstein to:
- Remove plaque and tartar
- Floss between teeth
- Polish away surface stains
- Apply fluoride
- Apply Sealants (for children)
- Clean and adjust dentures or partial dentures (if applicable)
Beachwood Family Dentist Teeth Whitening
What if you want a whiter smile? Professional teeth whitening has never been easier. If you’re dreaming of a whiter smile, Dr. Hornstein can help. First, he will determine if you are a good candidate for teeth whitening. If you are, Dr. Hornstein will administer the KöR Whitening system. This popular system has been shown to whiten teeth up to 16 shades brighter in a single session! The KöR Whitening system uses a powerful combination of at-home and in-office treatment to create the bright, dazzling new smile of your dreams.
Beachwood Family Dentist Appointments
If you want a healthier and brighter smile in 2015, make an appointment with Dr. Hornstein and his highly qualified team at The Center for Advanced Dentistry today. Dr. Hornstein is a leading Beachwood Family Dentist, now proudly restoring smiles daily throughout Beachwood, Cleveland, Pepper Pike, Solon, Shaker Heights, and neighboring Ohio communities.
A Natural-Looking Smile with Dental Implants from Dr. Hornstein
September 16, 2011
It can be hard to feel confident when your smile’s missing one or more teeth. But missing teeth can affect more than your confidence—they can also have a serious impact on your oral health.
Patients with missing teeth will eventually experience bone loss in their jawbone, because where there used to be a root to anchor your tooth and stimulate the growth of new bone tissue, now there’s nothing at all. That means part of your jaw doesn’t have a purpose anymore. What’s more, as your jawbone grows increasingly weaker, it’s likely that you could lose more teeth over time.
Traditional dentures can help restore your smile’s appearance, but they can’t do much to restore the root you’ve lost. That’s why, at Dr. Hornstein’s Beachwood office, we offer dental implants.
How Dental Implants Work
Unlike traditional dentures and other restorative options, dental implants restore your missing tooth and your missing root. That means having a dental implant placed is almost like getting your old tooth back. And, as an added benefit, dental implants look completely natural. No one but you and Dr. Hornstein will ever need to know you have implants.
If you’d like to find out if you’re a candidate for dental implants, call our Beachwood office today to schedule a consultation appointment. In just a single visit, Dr. Hornstein can determine if dental implants are right for you and begin a treatment plan that will restore your smile.
A Whiter Smile in Just One Hour
July 28, 2011
Teeth can become stained for several reasons. One of the biggest is age, but certain beverages (like tea or coffee) can have a major effect, too, as can smoking and even certain medications. But with professional teeth whitening from Dr. Hornstein’s Beachwood dental office, a vibrant smile can be yours again, and in about just one hour.
Using Brite Smile’s professional whitening treatment, we can safely and effectively return your teeth to their optimal brightness.
Professional Whitening in the Comfort of Your Own Home
But in-office teeth whitening isn’t the only way you can revitalize your smile. With at-home teeth whitening, you can achieve professional results in the comfort of your own home. Results aren’t as immediate—best results take between one and two weeks—but you can still look forward to enjoying a brighter, more confident smile.
You can even use at-home teeth whitening in between in-office treatments. We call this our “Whitening for Life” program, and you can find out more about his it works by clicking here.
The Confident Smile of Your Dreams
If you have questions about our teeth whitening services or just want to schedule your next visit with Dr. Hornstein, give our Beachwood dental office a call today. Dr. Hornstein’s practice serves patients from Cleveland, Solon, Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, and surrounding cities.
Sleep Apnea Treatment for Patients in the Cleveland Area
June 27, 2011
If you snore at night or suffer from symptoms like irritability, difficulty concentrating, morning headaches, or daytime drowsiness, you may have sleep apnea.
An under-diagnosed condition, sleep apnea can disrupt your (and your partner’s) sleep and have a detrimental effect on your overall health, putting you at risk for a wide spectrum of serious conditions ranging from heart attack to stroke, high blood pressure, heartburn, depression, and even memory loss.
This Daily Mistake Can Make You Obese and Forgetful
August 23, 2010
People who sleep either more or fewer than seven hours a day, including naps, have an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.
Sleeping fewer than five hours a day more than doubles your risk of being diagnosed with angina, coronary heart disease, heart attack or stroke. And sleeping more than seven hours also increases your risk of cardiovascular disease; more than nine hours of sleep results in a 50 percent increase in risk.
The Daily Telegraph reports:
“The most at-risk group was adults under 60 years of age who slept five hours or fewer a night. They increased their risk of developing cardiovascular disease more than threefold … Women who skimped on sleep … were more than two-and-a-half times as likely to develop cardiovascular disease.”
In related news, researchers have also found that sleeping in after a few days of missed sleep can help restore you after missed sleep, nearly erasing any lingering sense of fatigue and mental fuzziness.
How much recovery sleep you need to feel recharged depends on how much sleep you’ve lost.
In the study, volunteers deprived of about three hours of sleep a night for five nights felt nearly, but not quite, back to normal after ten hours of sleep.
To help you get the optimal amount of sleep each night, U.S. News & World Report suggests:
“… [T]ry removing all electronic media devices — BlackBerry, TV, computer — from your bedroom. These distractions … are a prime reason many of us turn out the lights an hour or two later than we originally intended.”
