You have probably heard that a proper diet and exercise are crucial for a healthy body, but as it turns out, quality sleep is also critical for your overall well being. More specifically, if you have undiagnosed sleep apnea, it puts you at risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other diseases. The scariest part […]
A bright, white smile can take years off your face and make you feel great about yourself. Unfortunately, with years of living and indulging in stain-causing substances, such as coffee and soda, your teeth may lose the sparkle they once used to have. Luckily, rejuvenating your smile and achieving bright, healthy-looking teeth is possible with […]
“I always dread dental visits. Even a simple dental cleaning makes my heart race. Sadly, putting off my dental appointments is taking a toll on my oral health. Cavities are growing larger, and now, I am experiencing a toothache that just won’t seem to go away.” Does that sound like you? Dental fear is real […]
You could use a dental appliance to alleviate the symptoms of mild to moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Rather than your physician, you visit your dentist for this oral appliance therapy (OAT) device. You cannot visit just any dentist to obtain a Sleep Apnea Dental Appliance. Dr. Greg Pitts in American Fork, Utah, has received […]
Recent statistics show that more than 50 million Americans experience severe headaches requiring medical intervention every year. For many of these people, their chronic headaches have had a negative effect on their quality of life. Unfortunately, most of these individuals don’t realize that they are suffering from a symptom of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. What […]
Did you know a transformed smile increases your confidence and makes you look more attractive? Unfortunately, many patients who use over-the-counter whitening products get unsatisfactory results when whitening their smiles. Sadly, not everyone is born with a charming smile. Further lifestyle habits like smoking or ingesting coffee can produce teeth discoloration. Are you searching for […]
Nobody wants to lose their natural teeth — after all, once they are gone, they go for good. Unfortunately, this isn’t an option for some people. Some patients can be faced with oral challenges that lead to a diseased tooth, making extraction the only viable option. For others, they encounter trauma like auto accidents and […]
When you hear the word orthodontics, you might cringe because it brings the mental picture of a child wearing metal brackets and wires to straighten your smile. However, you don’t have to advertise to the whole world that you are straightening your teeth. Invisible teeth aligners from Greg G. Pitts DDS serving residents in and […]
The third set of molars in your mouth is called wisdom teeth. Most people have four wisdom teeth. One in each corner of the dental arch. They are located at the far back of the mouth and usually emerge sometime between the ages of 17 and 25. Wisdom teeth help chew food better, but they […]
Taking care of your mouth is not something to take lightly. After all, you use your mouth to eat and communicate. Indeed, humans need their mouths to survive a comfortable and healthy life. That is why when you are having issues with your mouth, it is so important to get it taken care of as […]