Sierra Smiles Blog
CPAP Recall–Urgent Alert for CPAP, BiPAP and Ventilator Users
If you suffer from a sleep disorder that requires a CPAP, BiPAP, or ventilator machine, you need to be aware of the latest news regarding the Philips Respironics sleep apnea machine recall. A recent story by NBC 5 has reported that Philips Respironics sleep apnea...
The Mouth Matters – Oral Health and Preventing Alzheimer’s
Discover the Connection Between your Oral Health and Preventing and Reversing Alzheimer’s Did you know that the biochemistry of Alzheimer’s disease can start up to 20 years before receiving a diagnosis? That means what you do today can directly affect your risk for...
3 Common Dental Injuries to Watch for this Summer
Did you know that summer is a peak season for dental injuries? Warmer weather means participating in more physical activities, more time outside of the house, and more opportunities to play sports with a high risk of dental accidents. As we enter into the new season,...
The Science of Sleep Apnea: How Your Dentist Can Help You Rest Easy
Do you find yourself feeling exhausted after a night of tossing and turning? Do you get a full eight hours in bed and still wake up feeling groggy and tired? If a good night’s sleep has eluded you for days, weeks, or even years, it’s time to make a drastic change --...
4 Common Habits that Can Prevent a Healthy Smile
You might think that maintaining a healthy smile is as easy as brushing and flossing. However, if you’ve been fighting the good fight with regular brushing/flossing and you’re still struggling with your oral health, there might be other issues at play. We’ve...
3 Tips for Helping Kids Create Healthy Dental Habits
Are you concerned about your child’s dental health? You have good reason to be! A recent article by HealthyChildren.org shared that tooth decay is one of the most common childhood diseases affecting kids in the United States. When you consider just how much impact...
How to Choose the Right Dentist
Prospective dental patients often struggle with the process of choosing the right dentist for their unique needs. It can be a time-consuming process! Taking your time and finding a good provider can make all the difference in both your oral and overall health. In our...
Dental Assistant Recognition Week at Sierra Smiles
It’s Dental Assistant Recognition Week and the team here at Sierra Smiles is so proud to celebrate our critical crew members. Dental Assistant Recognition Week gives dental practices throughout the United States an opportunity to show appreciation for the important...
Why You Should Worry About Gum Disease
February isn’t just about the kids and National Children’s Dental Health Month, it’s also Gum Disease Awareness Month. Gum disease is a serious oral health condition that can have a negative impact on your complete health. Also known as periodontal disease, gum...