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Xylitol nasal spray: An effective tool in COVID-19 prevention

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Xylitol nasal spray: An effective tool in COVID-19 prevention

In the midst of a pandemic, dental professionals are searching for effective ways for patients to help control the spread before they...

Let's talk about Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

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Let's talk about Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Our body can go without food for about 1 to 2 months, and only 3 to 4 days without water. How long can we survive without breathing? Now...

Obesity confirmed as major risk factor for severe COVID-19

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

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Obesity confirmed as major risk factor for severe COVID-19

A new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found more than three-quarters of people presenting at a...

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

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Watch this one video!

If you have questions about one of our areas of expertise at Flow Dental Care, you are in the right place! Get a glass of wine, and enjoy...

New Procedure Might Reverse Sleep Apnea in Patients with Dr. Tammarie Heit

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

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New Procedure Might Reverse Sleep Apnea in Patients with Dr. Tammarie Heit

Dr. Tammarie Heit was a nurse for 10 years and worked in cardiovascular, thoracic, plastic surgery and intensive care. Wanting to make...

Are X-rays safe for you and your children?

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

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Are X-rays safe for you and your children?

In 1895, German physicist Wilhelm Röntgen accidentally discovered the X-ray. Not initially knowing what kind of ray he had discovered led...

Deep Sleep Protects Against Alzheimer's, Growing Evidence Shows

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

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Deep Sleep Protects Against Alzheimer's, Growing Evidence Shows

Airway issues (Obstructive Sleep Apnea) disrupts deep sleep, and causes or worsens several other health conditions. During deep sleep,...

Healthy sleep patterns can lower risk of heart failure by 42 percent

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

2 min read

Healthy sleep patterns can lower risk of heart failure by 42 percent

A new observational study, analyzing data from nearly half a million UK subjects, suggests healthy sleep habits are significantly linked...

Dr. Susy Inoue-Cheng, DDS

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9 Reasons To Choose a Female Dentist

Dentistry was previously a male dominated occupation like all other medical careers. However, this is no longer the case. There has been...

Women Suffer More from COVID-related Orofacial Pain

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

3 min read

Women Suffer More from COVID-related Orofacial Pain

New research finds that pandemic stress results in excessive teeth grinding and facial pain. A new study from the Goldschleger School of...

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

3 min read

Top 5 oral manifestations of COVID-19

The latest research links COVID-19 with various oral manifestations that can negatively affect oral health. In a recent New York Times...

Loss of smell and taste: Distinguishing between COVID-19 and the common cold/flu

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

2 min read

Loss of smell and taste: Distinguishing between COVID-19 and the common cold/flu

The temporary loss of taste and smell are some of the earliest indicators of COVID-19. Temporary loss of smell (anosmia), and taste...

Dentistry is completely safe with enhanced infection control: Results of a new multicenter study

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

3 min read

Dentistry is completely safe with enhanced infection control: Results of a new multicenter study

Dental offices are safe if they follow proper infection control protocols. Three New York dental offices with two periodontists and three...

Dangerous TikTok trends worrying dentists

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

3 min read

Dangerous TikTok trends worrying dentists

In recent months there have been some particularly harmful trends widely shared on TikTok which will cause more harm than good to your...

Why valved masks will not slow Covid-19 spread

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

2 min read

Why valved masks will not slow Covid-19 spread

Masks are an important tool in slowing the spread of Covid-19, but make sure you wear the correct one! As we close in on the end of 2020...

How gum disease can influence heart disease, diabetes and even Alzheimer’s

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

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How gum disease can influence heart disease, diabetes and even Alzheimer’s

Another good reason to keep your hygiene appointments in check! A compelling new study is claiming to have uncovered the missing link ...

Vaping and its link to COVID-19 severity: increased risks of severe symptoms in e-cigarette users.

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

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Vaping and its link to COVID-19 severity: increased risks of severe symptoms in e-cigarette users.

Smoking, vaping, and the connection to COVID-19 severity is yet another developing link, adding to the dangers that e-cigarette users ...

Research confirms link between sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s disease

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

3 min read

Research confirms link between sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s disease

New research has confirmed long-suspected links between sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s disease, finding identical signs of brain damage in ...

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

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How do we use Ozone?

At Flow Dental Care, we use Ozone to: > Disinfect and sterilize your mouth > Kill bacteria and stimulate remineralization and the growth...

Link between bad sleep, high blood pressure, and gut microbiome uncovered

Dr. Inoue-Cheng

3 min read

Link between bad sleep, high blood pressure, and gut microbiome uncovered

A compelling new study, led by researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago, has identified a complex relationship between...