Dentistry Blog

Obstructive sleep apnea is very common and potentially life-threatening medical disorder that prevents airflow during sleep. More than 18 million Americans have sleep apnea, and many are not receiving treatment. Sleep apnea occurs when tissue in the back of the throat collapses and blocks the airway, reducing the amount of oxygen delivered to all of your […]

In keeping up with maintaining optimal patient comfort, we are now offering a drug-free alternative to sedation dentistry! NuCalm…. What is NuCalm? NuCalm is a safe, proven system that quickly relaxes you without using narcotics or controlled substances. NuCalm naturally brings your body to the first stage of sleep. You will feel the same way

We are proud to announce that Dr. Hay has just earned his LVI Fellowship! LVI Fellow is the distinction awarded to those who have completed the LVI CORE Curriculum which includes a minimum of 278 continuing dental education hours of training in advanced aesthetics, and neuromuscular science, and who has successfully completed a comprehensive examination.  We continue to strive to

The New Year is upon us, time to make resolutions and changes in our life. Along with the usual weight loss and financial resolutions, how about adding another resolution that will impact your overall wellbeing?? Consider dental health as part of your New Year resolutions!  Regular visits to your dentist impact your health more than

It’s almost the end of 2013, and we’re nearing the holiday season.  Besides eating all of the sweets and treats of Thanksgiving and Christmas in moderation (it is possible), another thing you should do is make an appointment with your dentist!   You could potentially save hundreds of dollars by using your dental benefits before you ring in the new year of

Fighting periodontal (gum) disease through daily hygiene and regular dental appointments is a must! You preserve your smile and breath, maintain the health of your teeth and gums, and protect your overall health. Periodontal disease—a chronic inflammatory disease that can destroy gum tissue, ligaments, even the bone supporting the teeth—is the most common cause of

Last week our team travelled to Calgary, Alberta for the annual 2013 IACA (International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics) to further our education.  The highlight of the conference was Dr. Holley receiving the  designation of Las Vegas Institute Mastership, by the Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies. LVI Global is a prestigious, accredited, post-doctorate training program for dentists,

Drinking diet soda for years takes a toll on the teeth that’s comparable to years of smoking crystal meth or crack cocaine, according to a new case report from a dentistry journal. The report, published in General Dentistry on May 28, shows an addiction to soda may do as much major damage to your smile as a

Almost 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or throat cancer this year. The 5-year survival rate of those diagnosed is only slightly more than 64%. When cancer is detected and treated early, treatment-related health problems are reduced.  Regular dental visits can improve the chances that any suspicious changes in your oral health will be

Most people are very surprised to realize that most of these symptoms are actually related to their bite: headaches / migraines sleep apnea & upper airway resistance syndrome facial pain back, neck and shoulder pain tinnitus (ringing in the ears) vertigo (dizziness) Bell’s palsy, a nerve disorder unrelated to TMD sensitive and sore teeth jaw pain limited jaw