What causes sleep apnea

Learn More About Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that is far more common than generally understood. First described in 1965, sleep apnea is a breathing disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. Apnea comes from the Greek word meaning "want of breath" and is clinically defined as any cessation of breath lasting 10 or more seconds.



Above script & video created by: MySleepTest.com

Quirt Family Dentistry is pleased to offer Sleep Apnea Treatment as one of their many professional dental treatment services.

Quirt Family Dentistry
200 East Bridge St., Suite 100
Wausau, WI 54403
(715) 843-9800 2812 East Main St.

Cavities Between Your Teeth

Interproximal Decay

Interproximal decay (decay on the smooth surfaces between teeth) requires removal of a significant amount of healthy tooth structure to access the problem areas. This animation illustrates prevention of this type of cavity through flossing and shows the amount of tooth removal required. The progression of interproximal decay is shown with a transparent view through the enamel.



Above video & article produced by: www.ToothIQ.com

Quirt Family Dentistry
200 East Bridge St., Suite 100
Wausau, WI 54403

Dental Care for Crowns, Bridges and Braces

If you have fixed bridgework, braces or other dental work which connects adjacent teeth, cleaning under and around it with an interdental brush can prevent tooth decay and gum disease. While their use may seem intuitive, many people are unaware that plaque accumulates under bridge connectors, around orthodontic brackets, etc. This animation describes use of an interdental brush to avoid recurrent caries around fixed bridge retainer margins, and the resulting failure of expensive dental work.



Above article & video produced by: www.ToothIQ.com

Quirt Family Dentistry
200 East Bridge St., Suite 100
Wausau, WI 54403
(715) 843-9800 2812 East Main St.