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The Evolutionary Reason for Wisdom Teeth

If you are over the age of 20, there’s a good chance that you no longer have your wisdom teeth. Almost everyone will need to have their wisdom teeth removed, so why do we even get them in the first place? You may be surprised to know that they once served an evolutionary purpose. Our […]

Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep Apnea – A CPAP Alternative

The most widely accepted treatment for sleep apnea is the CPAP mask, but many patients have issues with the device, like skin irritation, dry nasal passages, accidentally removing the mask in their sleep, claustrophobia, and difficulties handling the pressurized air. For these patients, dental appliances are available depending on the severity of your sleep apnea. […]