It can be hard to believe everything you hear. Many products claim to improve performance or help an athlete increase their winning power only to disappoint. The Pure Power Mouthguards are not your average tool.
“The idea that the position of your jaw can affect the rest of your body stretches back at least to ancient Greek athletes and Roman warriors biting down on leather straps; wounded U.S. Civil War soldiers “bit the bullet” to deal with pain. These days, top sprinters strive to relax their face – as you can see from their jiggling cheeks in slow-motion replays.
Nobody really knows why this should work. Clenched teeth may stimulate excessive production of the stress hormone cortisol, or a misaligned temperomandibular joint – the connection between the lower jaw and the skull – may constrict airways or interfere with nerve signals travelling from the brain to the rest of the body. And there are other theories. Whatever the mechanism, Dr. Makkar reports immediate improvements in posture, flexibility, balance and strength, and notes that its users report increased endurance and faster recovery.”
Pure Power Mouthguards have been getting a lot of attention in the sports world. The New Orleans Saints have brought a lot of attention to the product when they had an amazing season using it. Everyone wants to be their best and now we can help you get your own PPM Mouthguard.
“My sense is that it’s real and it could be important, for some sports more than others,” says Dr. Arent, who has submitted the results to the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. “But seriously, I was surprised by the effect.”
“I really wanted this done because I didn’t like my smile. My teeth were too small, every-time I smiled you couldn’t see my teeth. To me I felt like you couldn’t see, like I had no teeth, so I decided I should get veneers and went to Dr. Greenberg. He did a wonderful job. My smile now is excellent. I love it. My experience at Dr. Greenbergs office was great. Everybody was great. Everyone was so friendly and he did exactly what I wanted and I got exactly what I wanted. I just can’t express how much…I’m so happy I just don’t know what to say.
I went to the store and the lady behind the counter says “Wow, did you just whiten your teeth?” I said Yes. She said, “Oh your smile is so beautiful and you have such beautiful teeth! All I could say was thank you. I’m just happy. I’m happy and I smile everyday. Before I wouldn’t smile or I would cover my smile. Now I have no problem smiling I’m just so happy I had it done. Im glad and anyone that wants this done should go to Dr. Greenberg. I love him and he’s the greatest. He changed my life and my smile completely. Thank you so much Dr. Greenberg!”
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can cause many health issues. Studies suggest many types of health problems that can be increased with sleep apnea.
“A new study suggests that even mild sleep apnea may boost mens’ risk of stroke, HealthDay reports. Researchers studied more than 5,400 adults over nine years. They found that men with moderate to severe sleep apnea were almost three times more likely to have a stroke than men without the condition. Men with mild symptoms were also at higher risk of stroke. In women studied, however, only severe sleep apnea appeared to heighten stroke risk. “Overall, the increased risk of stroke in men with sleep apnea is comparable to adding 10 years to a man’s age,” said lead author Susan Redline of Case Western Reserve University, according to HealthDay. The findings appear online in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.”
Ceramic veneers are very thin coverings made from ceramic. They are specially made to adhere to the higher area of your tooth enamel. If you saw one you may think that it resembled a plastic fingernail because of how thin they are.
Veneers can help patients that have damaged enamel, discolored teeth, gaps or overlapping, and other potential issues. They can be applied within 2-3 dental sessions and create an amazing looking smile.
If you would like to find out more about ceramic veneers contact our experienced dental team at Mount Holly Family Dentistry today.
Neuromuscular Dentistry has created amazing innovations in sports. The Saints are a great example of this.
“Makkar and a team of six PPM-trained American doctors fitted the Saints players on Sept. 20, including cornerback Tracy Porter, who intercepted what could be Brett Favre’s final pass in the NFC Championship game, kicker Garrett Hartley, who finished off the Minnesota Vikings in overtime in the NFC championship, runningback Pierre Thomas, tight end Jeremy Shockey, wide receiver Robert Meachem and safety Roman Harper.
The team was already off to a 3-0 start to the season then, and went on to win their next 10 games, and Makkar, who had always liked football but never pledged allegiance to a team, became a Saints fan, watching every game.
“It’s been surreal,” Makkar said of watching the wins keep rolling in for the team this season. “It’s on a different level.”
The mouthguard is already being used by such high-profile athletes as Cleveland Cavaliers centre Shaquille, O’Neal, Ottawa Senators centre Jason Spezza, PGA golfer Mike Weir, Buffalo Bills receiver Terrell Owens and Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme.
But having so many players on a team sporting the mouthguard has given Makkar the chance to see how it can affect that team’s results. With the Saints getting to their first Super Bowl in the team’s 44-year history, Makkar said he feels the results speak for themselves.”
Porcelain veneers are a great dental innovation that help people get the perfect smile.
Patients get veneers for many different reasons. If you have gaps or discoloration of your teeth, veneers could be a great option for you. They can also fix a variety of other appearance issues that people may have with their teeth.
There are some myths that people have when considering veneers.
One of them is that getting veneers means that you can cut down on your oral hygiene. Veneers do resist stains better than natural teeth but looks are not everything. Oral hygiene is very important no matter what kind of improvements you make to your teeth.
Some people also think that veneers can only be placed on the front teeth. This is false. Veneers can be placed on any of your teeth. It is also a common belief that veneers are only for people with an overabundant income. There are payment plans and credit lines that can be available for more and more of our patients to be able to afford their perfect smile. Contact our experienced Burlington Cosmetic Dental staff at Mount Holly Family Dentistry today to find out more about your options.
Meet Patti Brown, Business Manager for Mount Holly Dentistry
The expert dental team at Mount Holly Dentistry is also a family. We want you to know our family a little more so we will be featuring team members on our blog and social media.
Patti Brown is our business manager and has been part of the Mount Holly Dentistry Team for over 30 YEARS! Patti’s loyalty is also a sign to her dedication to all of Mount Holly Dentistry’s friends, families and patients.
Patti loves Theater and Arts for all ages and her favorite book is Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd.
Patti wants everyone to know that Mount Holly Family Dentistry is “a fun, nurturing office for staff as well as patients.” and being there for 30 years, Patti is the authority!
EVERYONE at Mount Holly Dentistry is committed to your health and the best service possible. Patti says the most important thing people don’t realize about dentistry is that your health insurance “DOES NOT have your best interests in mind when it comes to covered services – it’s all about the covered services between the insurance co. and the employer”
Patti and the team are dedicated you your interests so consult with them if you have any questions about your Pennsylvania/New Jersey Medical and Dental Coverage. Make sure to say “Hi” even if you don’t have a question and flash that healthy, happy smile to Patti!
Most people are not born with perfect teeth. Some of us have gaps in our teeth and some people’s teeth overlap. Other people have issues with misalignment or uneven teeth. Dental veneers can help you get the smile that you have always wanted.
Veneers usually require three different dental visits.
The first visit will be the diagnosis and treatment plan. You can explain the results that you hope to end up with at this time. The second trip will be a preparation visit where the dentist will remove some of the enamel from your tooth’s surface so that the veneer will fit on properly. The third visit will be to bond the veneers to your teeth after they are made in a laboratory, about 1 to 2 weeks after the preparation visit.
