Your safety is of the upmost importance to us. Our office follows the infection control guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Dental Association (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Our affiliation with these organizations ensures that we are up to date with the latest recommendations and guidelines. As you know, infection control has always been a top priority in our office and you will notice some additional measures that we have implemented based on current guidelines.
You will receive an email or text to fill out any necessary forms online. This will make it more convenient for you and eliminate any paperwork in the office. One of these forms will be a COVID-19 screening questionnaire.
Please wear a face mask. We will provide one for you if you don’t have one. Your temperature will be taken in the foyer. Only the patient should come in for the appointment if possible. One caregiver or family member may come in with the patient, and they must wear a face mask and will be screened.
You will be asked to wash your hands or use hand sanitizer and then use a mouth rinse prior to your dental care. Our office utilizes Surgically Clean Air purifiers to remove harmful particles, pollutants, and other airborne contaminants and bacteria from the air in every operatory during all patient appointments. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Do you snore frequently? If so, this could mean both you and your significant other are having trouble obtaining the rest you need to feel alert and active during the day. But our team can help with an oral appliance! In today’s blog, your Livonia, MI, dentist talks about diagnosing and treating your chronic snoring.
Do you often feel tired during the day, or experience moodiness or headaches? These are a few common warning signs of sleep apnea, and indicate the need for treatment. In today’s blog, your Livonia, MI, dentist talks about the common symptoms of sleep apnea and how we offer a solution with an oral appliance.
If you have the warning signs of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), then you could struggle with daytime exhaustion, moodiness, and even memory concerns. Our team can offer a custom and noninvasive solution to your disorder, so you can rest easy again. In today’s blog, your Livonia, MI, dentist can offer a sleep solution!
When you struggle with chronic obstructive sleep apnea, finding a comfortable rest can be difficult on your own. While you might not even remember it, your brain can jolt you awake as you try to breathe. This condition stems from the blockage of your airway with your own throat tissue overnight. The nerve that allows… Read more »
Trouble during overnight rest is a common struggle for many Americans. One common sleep disorder occurs when the structures of the throat fully relax when we are deeply unconscious. In these times, your own body obstructs your airway and prevents you from breathing naturally. This condition is referred to as chronic obstructive sleep apnea and… Read more »
So you are starting to worry that sleep apnea is affecting your nightly rest—what should you do about it? Letting the issue go untreated in hopes that it will resolve itself can have more consequences than you realize. Unfortunately, this condition does more than just make a person a noisy sleeper. The snoring and breathing… Read more »
Under normal circumstances, you can conclude that a full night’s rest will lead to you feeling refreshed and energized the next day. Unfortunately, some people who do what they can to consistently enjoy adequate sleep from night to night can struggle with persistent feelings of fatigue and not understand why. If you have this problem,… Read more »
Controlling your blood pressure can help you avoid potentially serious problems with your cardiovascular health. If you are looking for ways to lower your blood pressure, you may be focused on the impact that diet, exercise, and/or medication might have. These can be beneficial, but you should be aware that you may be overlooking one… Read more »
Sleep apnea interferes with your life by preventing you from enjoying the important health benefits that come from a full night’s rest. This can lead to both physical and mental tolls that can worsen as you continue to let the matter go untreated. A person who is affected by sleep apnea can become irritable, unfocused,… Read more »
If you have undiagnosed or untreated problems with obstructive sleep apnea, it can be hard for you to enjoy a proper night’s rest. This form of sleep apnea forces people out of the sleep cycle because they have to clear airway blockages created by their soft tissues. These frequent blockages cause a person to make… Read more »
