Breath Lab

This weeks recommended CE Course!!
• Sleep Apnea Management for the Dentist •
3 Credit Hours. Always free. 🍾 link in bio
Sleep Apnea Management for the Dentist will review the pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The screening of patients in whom OSA is suspected will be reviewed. Finally, the management of OSA will be discussed with the focus on use of mandibular advancement devices in its treatment.
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This weeks recommend CE Course!!
Course highlights:
The most recent research identifies there are many factors that are involved with bruxism including lifestyle, stress factors, medications, mental and physical disorders, and malocclusion

Bruxism is classified into two categories:

Primary (idiopathic) is when the disorder is not a related medical condition, or
Secondary (iatrogenic) is when the side effects of medications, neurological or developmental disorders are causing the behavior.8
Primary bruxism is further divided into two types: awake and sleep bruxism. Clenching or grinding of the teeth is a common activity that can occur both during the day and at night.

How caffeine, alcohol, and to***co use can contribute to bruxism.

Misaligned teeth may serve as the cause of bruxism, not as its consequence.

Exercise

Exercise helps relieve stress by increasing the immune and circulatory systems which helps with a peaceful night’s sleep and increases serotonin and dopamine. Hobbies for relaxation such as meditation or yoga can relieve bruxism tendencies.

Natural Remedies

A deficiency in certain vitamins can cause emotional stress and nutritional difficulties which may lead to bruxism.

Calcium and Magnesium

Some research states bruxism could be caused by deficiencies in magnesium and calcium. Magnesium’s vital role is in nerve and muscle function. A magnesium deficiency causes muscle spasms. Increasing magnesium intake will help relieve muscle tension. Calcium deficiency causes muscle cramps and involuntary movement of muscles, the facial muscles included.

CBD Oil

CBD (Cannabidoil) oil is a relatively new treatment used for many symptoms. Its effectiveness is still an item of debate in many medical communities. It is also illegal in some states, so be sure and check your state laws before use. It can be used as a natural alternative for treatment of pain and inflammation. CBD oil is derived from the cannabis plant and separated from the THC component, making it non-psychoactive. It produces effects in the body to target specific receptors in providing natural pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties. This should be used as a topical treatment

April 2020 COVID-19 UPDATE
Texas State Board (TSBDE) Extends State Dental License for an additional 3 Months due to COVID-19!

Texas State Board (TSBDE) Extends State Dental License for an additional 3 Months due to COVID-19 Therefore, in an effort to assist licensees with meeting license renewal requirements the agency will be extending license expiration dates