Healthy news and information from Exquisite Smiles / 2022 May Issue
Did you know that nearly 40% of people report waking up during the middle of the night at least a few times each week? While it may seem like a normal part of your night, there are steps you can take to get a more restful night of sleep.
Here are a few things to try:
Snack smarter before bed. Protein-packed snacks can help balance blood sugar, making it easier to get to sleep.
Cut liquids early. Waking up to use the bathroom is a common reason for interrupted sleep. Try cutting drinks an hour and a half before bedtime.
Consider a nighttime bite guard. Ever wake up with a headache or tight jaw? In severe cases of nighttime teeth grinding, it can cause sleep disruptions. Ask us how a custom bite guard can help you sleep more soundly.
Since the start of the global pandemic, the World Health Organization has noted a 25% increase worldwide in feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression. While these feelings are valid and understood, experiencing them for long periods of time can lead to burnout.
As your partner in oral health, we care about your overall well-being. Here are a few tips for taming burnout that we hope you find helpful.
Reconnect with yourself. Take time to look at the bigger picture and refocus your efforts there. Journaling is a great way to do this.
Prevent future burnout. One of the best ways to do this is to implement boundaries to help you stay out of stressful situations.
Find support around you. Chances are, it’ll be easier than you think. We bet you’ve got people in your life who have gone through or are going through the same thing.
One of our main goals as an oral health provider is to help patients understand fact from fiction when it comes to their teeth. Here are some of the most common myths we find ourselves dispelling!
You’ll always know when you have a cavity. By the time you feel pain from a cavity, it’s already been there for a while. During a routine dental exam, we often find cavities before patients even know they have one.
All fillings will need to be replaced. With advanced filling techniques today, it’s possible that your fillings will last a lifetime. Of course, it all comes down to how well you take care of your teeth. Proper brushing and flossing are needed for longevity.
Tooth sensitivity means you have decay. While it certainly can, it’s not always the case. Other common causes of sensitive teeth include clenching or grinding at night, eating foods that are too acidic, or using strong whitening toothpastes.
