Okemos, Lansing and East Lansing Michigan We know we should floss at least once a day, but for many people, flossing does not rank highly on the priority list. And yet, multiple studies have found that approximately 20% of Americans do not floss at all. Today on the blog, Okemos’ favorite dentist Dr. Christine Tenaglia […]
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Okemos, Lansing, and East Lansing, MI Traditional metal braces have been relied upon by dentists for decades as means to straight patient’s teeth and create attractive smiles. But not all patients are excited about having metal in their mouth, although may still have a strong desire to have perfectly aligned teeth. Enter the scene, Invisalign.
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Okemos Lansing East Lansing MI The latest data from the National Council of Aging estimates that more than 39 million adults in America live with obstructive sleep apnea. If you have been diagnosed with this sleep breathing disorder, you probably have been introduced to several treatment options. However, did you know that you can also
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Okemos Lansing East Lansing At Tenaglia Smiles, we prioritize not only the aesthetics of your smile but the overall health of your mouth. Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a condition usually caused by mouth-breathing and can lead to serious dental issues. While we don’t generally give a lot of thought to saliva, it is Nature’s
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Okemos, Lansing, East Lansing MI Waking up every day already feeling tired before the day begins can have you wishing for an energy fix beyond your regular cup of joe. While a cup of coffee or other caffeinated beverage is safe to enjoy each morning, you shouldn’t rely on caffeine to get you through the
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Okemos, Lansing, East Lansing MI Are you self-conscious about the gap in your smile because of a missing tooth? If you are living with a lost tooth, you probably have looked into finding a way to replace it. Currently, a dental implant represents the premier method of tooth replacement in restorative dentistry. Today on the
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Sleep apnea is often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed among people of all ages and health status. It was once thought that only overweight or elderly individuals were at risk of sleep apnea. However, airway obstruction while sleeping can affect healthy people or even those of an athletic build. Therefore, sleep apnea screenings are becoming increasingly more
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You know those celebrities you see on TV, online or in the pages of your favorite gossip magazine? The ones with smiles that appear flawless? We have a secret to spoil … those perfect-looking smiles do not occur naturally. They are created through cosmetic dentistry. At Tenaglia Smiles, we are proud to offer these services
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Your tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in your entire body. Most people have strong and healthy teeth, but your enamel – while strong – is not invulnerable. Your tooth enamel can deteriorate or break, and thins naturally as part of the aging process. If your tooth enamel gets damaged, it significantly increases
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Okemos, Lansing, East Lansing MI More Americans than ever currently have dental insurance. At least, that is what the data says, according to the National Association of Dental Plans (NADP). Their research shows that 88% of the U.S. population has some type of dental coverage, either through their workplace, a group plan, an individual plan
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