Do You Worry About Your Dental Health?

With so many stories in the news today of dental decay and periodontal disease causing major health problems, do you worry about your overall health? Now there is no reason to worry, because when you schedule an appointment with Dr. Judy Strutz and her team you are in great hands. They will begin with a dental consultation in order to determine what you think about your smile and what your concerns are. Next, is an in-depth look at what might be the underlining problem with your smile, through a thorough examination.

Once the problem or problems have been identified the next step is a quality treatment plan that puts you in the driver’s seat. Never will Dr. Strutz and her team push you into a procedure that doesn’t meet your needs. From start to finish of this process, you get to make decisions armed with the facts to improve your health and your smile.

There are so many different causes and factors that play a part in dental decay, periodontal disease and other dental problems that can impact your overall health, why take risks? When you need the facts Dr. Strutz and her team are there to help you understand the why behind your smile’s problems and the how to treat them.

For more information or to schedule your appointment today, contact Dr. Strutz and her team today!

It’s Getting Hot Out There, So Don’t Forget The Water!

As the temperatures continue to rise, it is critical that you are drinking enough water in order for your body and your mouth to stay hydrated. Once you begin to feel a dry mouth it is too late. You are already dehydrated and in need of even more fluids. So, how can you ensure that your mouth and your body is getting enough water this summer? Follow these simple 3 steps and you’ll be well on your way to ensuring that your smile is not impacted by dry mouth and dehydration.

1.     Always carry a water bottle with you. Having a water bottle in your purse ensures that you are remembering to fill it up when you are out and about and doesn’t require you to purchase water.

2.     Eat fruit for meals and in between meals. The water concentration in fresh fruits helps to provide the water content in between drinking water.

3.     Utilize fresh fruits and vegetables in your water to add flavor. Drinking plain water can be boring and can be a problem when it comes to motivating yourself to drink more water. By putting some fruits and vegetables in there, it can keep you excited about drinking water for days.

For more information on the importance of water for your smile, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team today.

Sleep Is Always Important

You can never have enough sleep. Research shows that the average American is sleep deprived and that most adults get less than 6 hours of quality sleep a night. You need to be able to bask in the glory of the REM cycle in order to be the productive citizen you wish to be. If sleep apnea, snoring, and other problems related to sleep are continuing to inhibit your life, a dental device may be the key.

There are hundreds of advertisements for the c-pap machine, but they can be loud, they can be expensive, and in the event that you are in a new relationship it may be the first thing you introduce them to when they stay the night. Adults say that breathing machines disrupt intimacy and at times become a hindrance to their relationships. A dental device can change this. It is a small device that fits comfortably in your mouth and opens up your jaw. Not only do you know you will get the sleep you deserve, you get the benefit of a quiet evening. You also can place it in your mouth right before you go to sleep because there is nothing that needs to be prepped and prepared.

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