by Tara MacDonald | Jan 19, 2023 | Complete Health, General Dentistry, Gum Disease, Making Changes
If you’ve been a patient of Sierra Smiles for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with our focus on protecting your gums from periodontitis disease and infection. That’s because your gums are an important part of your oral health. Your mouth is the gateway to... 
by Tara MacDonald | Oct 11, 2022 | Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Getting Results, Making Changes
Have you always believed that great teeth are simply out of reach? They’re closer than you may think! We’re delighted to announce Sierra Smiles’ first annual Smile Design Day. Unlike your twice-yearly cleaning and check-up, Smile Design Day is focused solely on... 
by Tara MacDonald | Sep 10, 2022 | Coaching, Complete Health, General Dentistry, Making Changes, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Deprivation
Good news! Treating obstructive sleep apnea as soon as possible could protect you from Alzheimer’s and dementia later on in life. Recent research published by the European Sleep Research Society (ESRS) in the Journal of Sleep Research indicates that obstructive sleep... 
by Tara MacDonald | Jul 25, 2022 | Complete Health, General Dentistry, Making Changes, Mindset, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Deprivation
If you’ve been looking for inspiration for improving your health, your favorite Lake Tahoe Dentists have got you covered! Sierra Smiles is a leading complete health dentistry with a mission to help patients with their overall wellness — from oral health to sleep... 
by Dr. John Bocchi, DDS | Jul 6, 2022 | Complete Health, General Dentistry, Making Changes, Sleep Deprivation
Sierra Smiles, along with Sierra Sleep Airway and Wellness Center, is teaming up with the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District for our initial in-depth sleep study this summer. As a leading dentist focused on the complete health and wellness of our patients, we... 
by Tara MacDonald | May 11, 2022 | General Dentistry, Making Changes
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...