Sleep apnea is a very common disorder, and anyone can get it. But it’s far more common in men than women. If you or someone close to you is coping with sleep apnea, call us at SLEEPwell in Longview. The most common type of the condition is obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA for short. This …
In this message from Vaca & Kirby Dental in Longview we look at the big picture. Developing a relationship with an experienced dentist is vital for maintaining healthy smiles for every member of the family. Here are five reasons to make us your partner in dental health. Visit Us For the Truth. Healthy habits are …
At Vaca and Kirby Dental in Longview, we see more cavities in our patients than we would like to. Cavities are far too common in the United States, and there is a tendency to consider them inevitable. Cavities happen when certain types of bacteria produce acids in the mouth. These acids destroy the enamel of …
In this post from Vaca and Kirby in Longview we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, …
The word “apnea” comes from Greek, and it means “without breath.” Sleep apnea, then, is a condition in which someone’s breathing stops involuntarily as they sleep. It is treatable at SLEEPwell Longview. Sleep apnea is more common than you may realize, affecting more than eighteen million Americans, accordng to the National Sleep Foundation. It affects …
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At Vaca and Kirby in Longview we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some of the more …
It seems like everyone complains about not getting a good night’s sleep. From trouble falling asleep to trouble staying asleep, more than a quarter of all Americans say they have some kind of issue. But as bad as these are, sleep apnea is in a class by itself. There is help available at SLEEPwell Longview. …
In this post from Vaca and Kirby in Longview we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, …
This post from Vaca and Kirby Dental in Longview highlights the differences between general and cosmetic dentistry. General dentistry is about preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, like a cavity, a general dentist determines the best way to address it. Cosmetic dentistry is a term …
Aging is an inescapable fact of life. While some of the challenges that come with it cannot be avoided, others can. At Vaca and Kirby in Longview, we help patients of all ages with their dental health issues. Many dental problems that are common with aging include missing teeth, gum recession, tooth damage, and yellowed …
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