If you have sleep apnea, that means that air does not flow easily to your lungs. Several factors can cause sleep apnea: nasal congestion, obesity, the anatomy of your face, your jaw, etc. Sleep apnea can also aggravate other conditions, such as high blood pressure, depression and fatigue. If you think you or your partner […]
When fall is at our doorstep, it can be very tempting to stay inside and avoid the cold. Yet, there are many benefits to spending some time in the great outdoors: Several studies show that outside air is healthier than air found in homes and buildings 10 to 15 minutes of sun exposure can help […]
Do you feel fresh and ready to go in the morning? Or are you uncomfortable because of a stiff neck, sensitive jaws and because you have difficulty opening your mouth when you wake up? Has it come to the point where you no longer pay attention because the discomfort has become the norm? If you […]
Whether you clench your teeth or you grind them, the result is the same: it wears the tooth enamel. Bruxism can appear at any age. As there is no curative treatment, the prevention of lesions to the bucco-facial structures is the main therapeutic objective. This motor activity is mostly unconscious, so pay attention to the […]
Québec is a paradise for people who love outdoor winter activities. There is something for everyone. Whether with friends or family, dare to try a new activity in the city or countryside. A custom-made mouth guard is also recommended for activities without physical contact. Here are a few suggestions: Snowshoeing enables you to admire the […]
One in two people are afraid to visit their dentist and would quite frankly prefer not spending even 15 minutes with them. If this applies to you, here are some tips to keep smiling: Find a trusted dentist by asking those around you for advice. You’ll want a dentist who takes time to explain each […]
Streptococcus mutans is a type of bacteria that lives in your mouth and feeds on the sugars and proteins in your food. When we do not brush our teeth enough, these bacteria multiply and create a biofilm on our enamel. Over time, food accumulates in the crevices, and the bacteria begin to creep under the […]
Did you know that apnea, a sleep disorder, can affect your overall health? Poor sleep can cause headaches and chronic fatigue, affect your work performance and, in serious cases, lead to health problems, such as hypertension, diabetes, gastric reflux, etc. More than 25% of Canadians have issues associated with a high risk of developing obstructive […]
Up to 30% of adults—including 600 000 people in Québec—suffer from tinnitus. Tinnitus is the perception of noise, whistling, whooshing, buzzing or ringing in the ears. Whether temporary or chronic, these annoying noises are the symptoms of an underlying problem with your auditory system. There are two types of tinnitus: Objective tinnitus: This type of […]
Did you know that one out of four adults suffers from dentin hypersensitivity or “sensitive” teeth? This is generally caused by receding gums and/or the wear of tooth enamel. Uncomfortable and often very painful, dentin hypersensitivity occurs when hot or cold food and beverages come into contact with an exposed root surface or the porous […]
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