Adult Laser Procedure

Have you heard of a lip or tongue tie? You may think this only impacts children, however, if you have not had this procedure done as a child you may one know that is impacting your life. A tight frenulum can impact your speech, reading, and even your speech. While you may think it is minor and is not impacting you long term, having a laser procedure can allow you to have the benefits of a tongue or lip release.

This procedure is quick and usually takes only one office visit. While a consultation is critical in order for all parties to be on the same page, this can be a great time for you to get all of your questions answered as well as determine the impact of the lip or tongue tie on you. 

While the site may be sore for a few days after you have the procedure, making sure to take care of the site and ensuring you follow the aftercare procedures can help you to get the results you are looking for. You might be surprised at the end result of this release.

For more information on adult laser procedures contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

5 Sleep Apnea Options

There are options for sleep apnea. You do not have to continue to struggle and live your life in a daze. Individuals with sleep apnea, may have a reduced life span, struggle to stay patient in stressful situations, and not take advantage of opportunities. But you do not have to continue to live this way. Here are 5 options for sleep apnea treatment.

1.     Visit the dentist. While this may seem like an odd suggestion, Dr. Strutz and her team can evaluate your air way and access whether sleep apnea may be impacting you and determine which option for correction is best for you.

2.     It is recommended you consume a healthy diet. A healthier diet can decrease the impact of sleep apnea.

3.     Dental device. A dental device can help open the throat to help you sleep comfortably at night. Many times this helps both those who use a Cpap and those who are only mildly impacted with sleep apnea.

4.     Exercise regularly. Research supports that the healthier a person is the less likely they are to be impacted by sleep apnea. Exercising can help you maintain healthier sleep patterns.

5.     Don’t ignore sleep apnea. Some individuals may be negatively impacted by sleep apnea and instead of getting help, they may begin to feel that it’s useless to try. But don’t wait one more day, you can have a healthier life, free of sleep apnea symptoms.

For more information on sleep apnea options, contact Dr.Strutz and her team today.

Don’t Waste Time On Other Sleep Apnea Options

On a day-to-day basis you may be reliant upon caffeinated beverages, high sugar treats or snacking on carbohydrates for that instant 'keep you awake' charge that gets you through the afternoon. But you don’t need to put your body through any more than it is already going through. Individuals who suffer from sleep apnea may begin to feel as if they are losing their mind.

You may forget things, struggle to find objects you have put down, or get lost when you are driving somewhere because you are so tired, you can’t keep track of all the details of your life that are passing you by. Some individuals have reported an inability to recall words for objects they have seen their entire life.

Now, you can get help. Dr. Judy Strutz and her team can complete a consultation with you on your sleep patterns, how you feel and other symptoms to determine if you are 1 of thousands who are impacted by the symptoms of sleep apnea. Once you have completed this initial consultation, options will be discussed to get you back on track.

         For more information on options for sleep apnea contact Dr. Strutz and her team today. 

4 Ways To Improve Your Oral Health While You Sleep

When you sleep, your mouth is not free of the impact of decay and other problems.  There is a lot that is going on in your mouth when you’re resting, but you don’t have to wait until morning to try and minimize the damage done. Here are four tips from Dr. JudyStrutz that you can do at bedtime to protect your smile.

1.     The number one way to protect against bacteria and other problems with your smile is to brush before bed. If you have implants, a bridge or veneers it is very important that you brush before bed. Just because you have dental appliances doesn’t mean you are free from decay.

2.     Floss your teeth at bedtime. Any food you had for dinner can stick between the teeth if you do not take the time to floss.

3.     If you grind your teeth, get a device to help. There are multiple options for mouth guards these days and Dr. Strutz recommends you get a mouth guard that is custom fitted to your smile.

4.     Do not eat sweets right before bed. The extra sugar in your sweet treat can cause major problems for your smile. Don’t snack on sweets right before you are going to sleep, instead have a glass of water.

For more information on how to keep your smile the best it can be, contact Dr. Strutz & her team.

Sleep Apnea During The Holidays

Don’t let sleep apnea hold you back from visiting family or staying where ever you want to go. You may be embarrassed because you know you snore loudly, or you don’t want to travel with all the necessary supplies for your breathing machine. There are current options that may change this traveling dilemma for you. 
Sleep apnea is caused when, during sleep, your tongue blocks your airway when you lay down reducing your ability to breathe normally. During your sleep pattern, you may wake up several times a night in order to get air to your lungs. This can be dangerous if your brain does not get the oxygen it needs.  
While it seems out of place that you would call and set up a consultation with your prosthodontist, this is exactly what you need to do. Dr. Judy Strutz and her team are available to complete a consultation with you. During this time, they will evaluate the shape of the roof of your mouth and discuss other problems or symptoms you may be experiencing from sleep apnea. 
Once the consultation is over, you and Dr. Strutz will work together to create a plan to provide support to you. This may include a removable dental device that widens the pallet of the mouth. By having the pallet of the mouth widened, she may be able to prevent the blockage from your tongue when you are sleeping. 

              Don’t spend one more Holiday by yourself embarrassed about your sleep apnea. 

Sleep Is Critical

Sleep is the critical component that restarts your body and mind. Without restorative and restful sleep, your body can slowly begin to break down and not work as well as it should. Here are 4 tips from Dr. JudithStrutz to help decrease the impact of sleep apnea.

1.     Avoid caffeine before bed. Drinking coffee, caffeinated tea or soda can decrease your body’s ability to shut down and sleep. Dr. Strutz says, “Caffeine enters the body through the bloodstream very quickly and can leave your body feeling the effects long after bedtime.”

2.     Stop watching television at least a half-hour prior to bedtime. T.V. helps keep the mind moving forward and processing images that we saw on the screen. It becomes a stimulate similar to caffeine. Reading a book, or listening to calming music instead can help you drift off to a restful sleep.

3.     Reduce food with high level of sugar in it prior to sleeping. Similar to caffeine large amounts of sugar can stimulate the body and keep you awake. “The sugar enters the blood stream and then increases hormones,” says Dr. Judy Strutz.

4.     Get help you if you have sleep apnea. A dental mouth guard can help open up the airway in order to prevent your airway from closing at night. The snore guard is fitted perfectly to your mouth and should be comfortable to wear.