Chronic headaches that never seem to lighten up or disappear are certainly an added distraction making your work, family life, and enjoying some leisurely alone time so much harder to achieve. The problem is that a lot of people suffer from this type of ongoing headache pain — yours may be the one that seemingly happens without an obvious cause,... read more »VIEW POST
Have you noticed your jaw making popping or clicking noises whenever you speak, chew or bite? Or do you wake up feeling tired and sluggish even though you actually got in a full eight hours of sleep? Grinding your teeth at night while you sleep can show up in a variety of ways, including teeth sensitivity, sore muscles, daytime sleepiness,... read more »VIEW POST
Are you sick and tired of always being tired? A good night’s sleep is so important for every aspect of your health, and you might not even be aware that you’re not getting one. All you know is that dragging feeling that comes once your morning cups of coffee wear off, and you make your mid-day trudge to the break... read more »VIEW POST
If you wake up feeling exhausted after a full night's sleep, be aware that that isn't actually how you should be feeling. The whole point of having that downtime is to let your mind and body rest so you can wake up feeling refreshed and ready to go out and tackle the demands of your day. As a busy mom,... read more »VIEW POST
Did you know that 1 in 92 adults will develop some form of oral or pharyngeal cancer in their life, according to the American Dental Association? And while the average age of onset of this cancer is 62 years old, your risk of developing it sooner rises if you have a family history of it, use tobacco or frequently drink... read more »VIEW POST
These days we are seeing people raving about the use of charcoal toothpaste to clean their teeth, much like their ancestors did (ancient ones going waaaaay back). Currently a popular trend, charcoal toothpaste has a reputation for binding itself to bacteria, tartar, tooth stains and even viruses to keep your smile healthy. As a toothpaste, it uses activated charcoal in... read more »VIEW POST
Constantly having to figure out a "new" normal, which really has no semblance of normal, has given 'being busy' a whole new meaning. And while people are dealing with plenty of differences in their lives, one would think with a world-wide pandemic, you'd have an excess of leisurely time. That, however, does not seem to be the case. Between figuring... read more »VIEW POST
Staying healthy is a top priority for everyone now. And yet, many people are doing the one thing that is likely to land them a trip to the ER — putting off seeing your dentist. At Exceptional Dentistry in Palmdale, CA, Dr. Powell and our experienced team understand that people are hesitant to step outside their comfort zones right now... read more »VIEW POST
Did you know that tonsils can be problematic? Particularly for breathing in early childhood, which is why many doctors recommend that the child have them removed. These two oval-shaped lymph nodes hanging out at the back of the throat work as a defense mechanism to prevent oral infections. They are supposed to disappear for adults. However, for those who carry... read more »VIEW POST
With fall just around the corner, sports activities are ramping up again making you or your kids vulnerable to oral injury. But sport season means havoc for your dental health in more than one way. So being aware and prepared can help you keep yours and your family's smile healthy, strong and beautiful. Let's talk about important tips to keep... read more »VIEW POST
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