If your doctor has recently recommended you undergo a sleep study, you may have been caught a bit off guard. A sleep study is often recommended for patients who are suspected to have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that affects more than 25 million Americans. It results when the airways collapse at night, causing numerous pauses in breathing frequently throughout the night. Since the symptoms of the condition can be difficult to recognize, a sleep study is the only effective means to properly diagnose the condition. If you are found to have the disorder, you will need treatment for sleep apnea in Richardson.
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It’s a new year, which means one thing to many people: New Year’s Resolutions. What do you want to be better in 2017? Your health? Your appearance? You can actually improve both this year by just taking better care of your teeth. These 5 healthy habits from Dr. Melody Stampe, your dentist in Richardson, will enhance the look of your smile and make it healthier than ever.  (more…)

Sleep apnea is a common condition that affects about 20 million people in the U.S. every night. Whenever most people hear about it, it’s usually associated with being extremely overweight, and more commonly affects males. However, sleep apnea can affect a wide array of people despite their size or gender. Today, Dr. Melody Stampe is going to share 6 reasons you might need to get sleep apnea therapy in Richardson. (more…)

If the loved ones on your gift list are anything like ours, they already have most of what they need. So what’s a gift that they’ll never expect to receive from you this holiday season? We’ve got an idea — straighter teeth and a more confident smile. Invisalign in Richardson is the perfect gift option for teens and adults who are dealing with misaligned teeth.

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Teeth whitening in Richardson — if you’ve considered it before but haven’t yet taken the plunge, there’s never been a better time. Unleash your most dazzling smile, just in time for the holidays! Dr. Stampe provides both in-office and at-home whitening, so you can reveal your results at the pace you are comfortable with.

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The countdown is over. Halloween has arrived! What fun events will you and your children take part in this evening? It’s likely one of your kids’ favorite days of the year — but as your dentist in Richardson, we know it’s also the time their teeth are at an increased risk of developing cavities. That’s why this year, we are looking forward to celebrating National Brush Day tomorrow, November 1.

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It may not be spring, but your dentist in Richardson recommends all patients undergo a dental cleaning this time of year. Regular checkups and hygiene appointments are the best way to enjoy healthy teeth and gums for a lifetime to come. And around the holidays is a perfect time to make sure are enjoying solid oral and dental health — don’t forget your dental insurance benefits expire at the end of the year!

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Rainy days are usually something you enjoy. The change in weather brings clarity, as everyone decides to stay in and your phone doesn’t ring. Whether you need to catch up on work, clean, or simply enjoy doing nothing for a change, a rainy day is one of those rare occasions where time in on your side. Except today you’re forced to sit in front of the TV holding a cold bag of peas against your face. Your tooth has been throbbing all day. The only pain worse than this would be a root canal, right? What may surprise you is that a root canal in Richardson is no more painful than any other routine visit to the dentist. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait to visit CityLine Dental Center to take care of that severe toothache.   (more…)