Omar Abdo DDS MS PA
8 Factors That Increase the Risk of Sleep Apnea
Every day we gain new information indicating the aftereffect of untreated sleep apnea. The list ranges from diabetes and heart issues to the connection with cancer and even behavioral issues in children. This ongoing stream of data and research has provoked us to find a list of factors that increase the risk of sleep apnea, […]
EAT, SMILE AND TALK THE WAY YOU USED TO
Do you have painful dentures? Are you suffering with missing or failing teeth? Maybe you are avoiding your favorite foods? There IS a solution… LET US GET YOUR TEETH WHERE THEY BELONG IMPLANT SUPPORTED FIXED TEETH WITH ONLY FOUR IMPLANTS IN JUST ONE DAY Please Join Us for a Free Seminar TOPIC: Dental Implants and […]
Cosmetic Dentistry & Prosthodontics: 10 Helpful Facts in Helping You Choose a Specialist
Are some dentists better qualified to place your next crown, bridge or implant? Is there a field of dentistry that has a special understanding of porcelain veneers and cosmetic dentistry? The answer is yes. Although any General Dentist is permitted to provide these services, if you are looking for a professional that has had extensive […]
Can You Really Skip Teeth Whitening and Braces with Porcelain Veneers?
You have seen them everywhere. Formerly snaggle-toothed stars suddenly have perfectly aligned, gleaming white teeth all due to Porcelain Veneers. Is it true? Can they correct any and all dental defect? This thin sliver of tooth colored material layered over your tooth can actually be used to address a wide array of problems, like: Cracked […]
If Coconut Oil Can Do Everything, Can it Even Brush My Teeth for Me? Almost….
Lately, coconut oil is everywhere you turn. Dr. Oz is saying it will help us lose weight, cure skin ailments and treat ulcers. The Huffington Post boasts many uses; such as being an excellent skin moisturizer, leather shoe cleaner, sticker remover and insect repellent, to name a few. The New York Times claims that, despite […]
The Full PB Post Article on Oral Cancer
Speaking of oral cancers: Why everyone should listen to Michael Douglas and Jim Kelly By Steve Dorfman – Palm Beach Post Staff Writer Most of us go to the dentist to keep our pearly whites healthy and gleaming. But, as we’ve been reminded from two recent high-profile cancer cases — those of actor Michael […]
Obesity Crisis May Be Fueling Big Jump in Sleep Apnea Cases
The widening American waistline may be feeding an epidemic of sleep apnea, potentially robbing millions of people of a good night’s rest, a new study suggests. Study author Paul Peppard believes the findings show a big spike in sleep apnea cases over the past two decades — as much as 55 percent — and may […]
DON’T WANT TO GIVE UP THE GOOD STUFF?
You want a healthy, bright smile, but you have been warned about the effects of coffee, alcohol and soda. It is true; all soft drinks contain enamel-eroding acids. Iced-tea, once placed in a bottle or can, loses its bacteria-busting properties to flavor-enhancing organic acids that can erode your chompers, while your latte can stain your […]
Sleep Apnea
Through our involvement with sleep apnea public awareness discussions, we’ve met various sleep apnea sufferers. After communicating the sleep health information, we have found that individual responses can be quite different. Some people appreciate and embrace the information. Others are overtaken by fear. The panic-stricken group typically quickly identifies with many of the symptoms, such […]
Through the Eyes of a Child
Question: What do sleep disorders, craniofacial pain, child growth and development, chronic inflammation, academic and work performance, snoring, high blood pressure, Type II diabetes, and cardiovascular disease all have in common? Answer: An AIRWAY Problem! What if we could address a potential problem early in life rather than spend years and resources treating a much […]