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Grinding your teeth and breathing problems may not seem related, but in many cases, people can experience both while sleeping. Bruxism includes nocturnal teeth grinding and jaw clenching; obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway is blocked during sleep. These two conditions have a few things in common – they both involve the oral cavity…

Over the years, dental implants have undoubtedly become the preferred method to replace missing teeth. Due to their individual placement and permanent anchor into the jawbone, they are as close to natural teeth as you can get when it comes to restorative dentistry. In fact, compared to other replacement teeth methods, like bridges and dentures,…

If you suffer from a sensitive gag reflex, the dental office may be your least favorite place to visit. An “overly sensitive” gag reflex affects many patients in varying degrees, and it can even cause patients to avoid professional dental care completely. Regardless of whether you have a mild or severe gagging reflex, a qualified…

As much as 40 million Americans have a fear of going to the dentist, which frequently stems from a fear of pain. In most cases, this involves the fear of the anesthetic injection or the numbing agent that is used at the beginning of the procedure. Peninsula Dentistry is proud to offer ways to eliminate…

Don’t let gum disease overtake your smile. If you have red, puffy or bleeding gums, seek treatment sooner rather than later. While early gum disease (gingivitis) is easily and conservatively treated, more advanced periodontal disease can cause major threats to your oral health and body health. Don’t worry; if you failed to recognize and treat…

Do you cover your teeth when you laugh? Perhaps you close your lips when smiling for pictures. At Peninsula Dentistry, we want every patient to have access to a confident smile. Because we recognize the importance of attractive teeth, we proudly offer a full menu of services in cosmetic dentistry. While you may assume cosmetic…

According to the American Dental Association, about a third of dental emergencies are related to sports. When high speeds, flying balls and competitive players come together, it can be a recipe for a dental disaster. Mouth injuries can occur whether you are a serious professional athlete or weekend warrior playing or fun. These can include…

While it can be quite disruptive to your bed partner, snoring is common. However, you shouldn’t just ignore your snoring habit, especially if you have been told you snore loudly or it occurs with episodes of gasping for air throughout the night. This can indicate sleep apnea, a sleep condition that is far more dangerous…

For many patients, it is not the pain of a filling or crown that causes anxiety; it is typically the fear of the aesthetic injection that precedes the treatment. Fortunately, modern dental technology has delivered ways to address this fear and eliminate the dreaded discomfort of receiving a shot in the dental chair. The Dental…

Missing teeth lead to a host of unwanted problems that go beyond the unattractive gaps within your smile. In fact, some of the biggest setbacks from a missing permanent tooth is what goes on beneath the gum line. A lost tooth also means a lost tooth root. How Does Bone Loss Occur After Missing Teeth…