Premier Dental Care of East Orlando Blog

The Silent Struggle: What Happens If You Don’t Treat Sleep Apnea?

January 10, 2025

Patient struggling with sleep apnea

Do you know someone who snores? Maybe it’s a relative, a partner, or even you? It’s a simple act that might seem harmless or even amusing, but if it’s caused by sleep apnea, it could be putting yourself at serious risk. But why is this sleep disorder dangerous? Continue reading to see why putting off treatment for sleep apnea could complicate your health.

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Exercise Is Great for Your Health; Here’s How to Protect Your Teeth While Doing It

December 13, 2024

Man wears athletic mouthguard

Most doctors recommend regular exercise for practically all their patients, and sports and working out can both be great ways to make friends and have fun. However, an intense workout can present a few troubling risks to your oral health. Since nothing complements a stunning physique like a beautiful smile, here’s a brief guide to how you can protect your teeth when exercising.

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Why You’ll be Grateful for Your Dental Implants at Thanksgiving

November 1, 2024

Family looking happy at the Thanksgiving dinner table

Have you ever had a Thanksgiving dinner where everyone’s going around the table saying what they’re thankful for, and no matter how hard you think, you draw up a blank? There’s nothing like some low-stakes social pressure to make you work up an appetite. Still, if you’d rather avoid racing thoughts and mild awkwardness, how about mentioning your dental implants? Here are a few reasons why you’ll be grateful to have them this holiday season!

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What Your Recovery Will Look Like After the All-on-4 Procedure

October 17, 2024

Woman resting on couch at home

As with any type of dental implant treatment, All-on-4 requires you to have implant posts carefully placed in your jaw to act as new tooth roots. As such, you will want to make sure that you’re completely prepared for the recovery process after the procedure. To help with that, your dentist is here to explain what you can typically expect during your recovery – and what you can do to keep everything on track.

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