Having trouble with snoring and disturbed sleep? You might be experiencing Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a serious, but common condition that can affect breathing while you sleep. Smile and Glow Dental Clinic in Mogappair, Jawahar Nagar, Chennai can offer comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for patients who are suffering from sleep-related breathing disorders. What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? OSA is a condition where the airway becomes obstructed while you are sleeping, reducing or fully interrupting airflow. Airway obstruction is typically caused by relaxed muscles at the back of the throat, a large tongue, or a lower jaw positioned backward. Airway obstruction can cause loud snoring, decreased oxygen delivery to the brain, and frequent interruptions of sleep. A significant symptom of OSA is chronic snoring. If left untreated, chronic snoring can lead to complications for the heart and brain, overall health and well-being. Common Causes of OSA: • Weight or obesity • Large neck circumference • Enlarged tonsils or long soft palate • Small or recessed lower jaw • Nasal blockage (deviated septum, allergies, etc.) • Poor tongue posture during sleep • Sleep bruxism and clenching Signs to Look for: • Loud snoring that happens every night • Headaches upon waking • Always tired or sleepy during the day • Dry mouth or sore throat from sleeping • Limited focus and poor memory • Grinding or clenching teeth (bruxism) • Neck and shoulder discomfort • Swelling in the legs (in more advanced cases of OSA) At Smile and Glow Dental Clinic - Mogappair and Jawahar Nagar - we see many patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) struggling with TMJ pain, snoring or tiredness even after sleeping for an entire night. A true sign of sleep-disordered breathing! Diagnosis at Smile and Glow in Mogappair and Jawahar Nagar: Our protocol for diagnosis is here is comprehensive that includes: • Case history + STOP-BANG • Intraoral and extraoral clinical examination • CBCT 3D volumetric scan for airway analysis • Sleep study - Home Sleep Test / Polysomnography • Radiology - OPG, TMJ views, Lateral Cephalogram, MRI • T-Scan for bite force distribution • Jaw tracking & MAT scan • TENS (Ultra-low frequency neural stimulation) for jaw muscle relaxation Why treating OSA is important: Leaving sleep apnoea untreated puts you at risk for some serious health problems which include: • High blood pressure • Heart disease • Diabetes • Stroke • Chronic fatigue • Increased likelihood of accidents due to sleepy. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Treatment Options in Chennai: Depending on the severity of your condition, our clinical team provides: Conservative Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) In the case of obstructive sleep apnea, simple lifestyle changes and non-invasive measures can significantly minimize obstructive sleep apnea severity. At Smile and Glow Dental Center - Jawahar Nagar, Mogappair, we recommend a number of conservative strategies: • Healthy weight – Losing excess body weight will reduce the fat deposits around the upper airway and allow for better airflow. • Avoidance of alcohol – Alcohol relaxes the muscles in the throat, which will worsen breathing interruptions while you sleep. • Limiting sedatives – Sedatives can minimize the body’s normal reflexes which can keep the airway open; therefore, increasing the chance of apnea episodes. • Change sleep position – Sleeping on your side with the support of a wedge pillow will keep the airway from collapsing, whereas sleeping on your back will worsen symptoms by allowing the airspace to collapse. • Nasal congestion treatment – Treatment for sinus or nasal blockage through nasal sprays before bedtime can improve breathing while sleeping at night. Oral Appliance Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Jawahar Nagar & Mogappair At Smile and Glow Dental Clinic, Jawahar Nagar and Mogappair, our clinic aims to be the cornerstone of Sleep Apnea Treatments. Oral appliances are effective for treatment of mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and for patients with severe OSA who cannot tolerate nasal CPAP. Custom made dental appliances will reposition the lower jaw forward providing more airway space and ensuring thicker pressing down of the tongue. Just as easily as one would wear a mouthguard, our oral appliances help keep your airway open during the night for a very easy approach to your sleep apnea plan. Orthodontic Expansion for OSA Braces to expand reduced upper and lower jaw, in particular with airway restriction in young adults. ✅ CPAP & EPAP Therapy Other positive airway pressure devices that maintain airborne pressure to ensure airflow throughout the night. Our team ensures these home based devices are calibrated precisely so patients can sleep with comfort and compliance. ✅ Surgical options: • Tonsillectomy or reshaping of the uvula • Jaw advancement surgeries • Nasal surgery to correct deviated septum At Smile and Glow Dental Clinic, Mogappair and Jawahar Nagar, Chennai, our cross functional approach includes a neuromuscular orthodontist (not a typical orthodontist), ENT, physiotherapist, breathing coach, psychologist as well as a pulmonologist… We can take a comprehensive and root-cause approach to sleep apnea!

Experience Lasting Relief with Neuromuscular Dentistry Neuromuscular dentistry provides a holistic, comprehensive treatment for facial pain issues, TMJ disorders, and body postural issues. While conventional dentists will only look at your teeth and gums, neuromuscular dentists identify and restore all of the pieces that make up one system—the jaw joints (TMJ), muscles, teeth, and nerves work to get function back to the entire craniofacial system supporting natural chewing, breathing, and swallowing. How Does Neuromuscular Imbalance Impact the Body? A misaligned jaw, misaligned bite (malocclusion), and chronic stress can pull your jaw out of alignment. When this happens the entire skull will sit unevenly on the cervical spine. This will put strain on surrounding muscles, leading to muscle spasms and radiated pain through the neck, shoulders, back, hips and legs. Neuromuscular dental therapies are utilized to reposition the jaws to a more optimal position and correct the bite. This can help alleviate muscle effort and strain leading to better body posture. The Consequences of Chewing with the Same Side Favoring one side while chewing may lead to an asymmetrical bite and an oblique occlusal plane. While chewing, this produces pressure in the chewing muscles on that side while putting strain on larger postural muscles such as the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscle that link the jaw to the neck and vertebral spine. This can easily lead to poor postural habits, back pain, sciatica, and leg fatigue when viewed as patterns and causes over time. Common Signs and Symptoms of Neuromuscular Disorders Watch for the following symptoms: • Jaw pain or TMJ pain • Clicking or popping when you use your jaw • Inability to open mouth fully • Headaches or migraines • Ringing in the ears or tinnitus • Inability to hold your head or shoulders up • Numbness or tingling in your fingers • Back pain (in particular L4, L5) • Sciatica or leg pain • Generalized muscle stiffness Smile and Glow Diagnostic Process for Facial Pain Using a multi-specialty approach the Smile and Glow Team invokes a systematic diagnostic process to determine the limitations associated with TMJ or other neuromuscular disorders: • Thorough history, posture, and sleeping position assessment. • Full mouth and extra-oral clinical examination. • Imagery: OPG, Lateral Ceph, CBCT, TMJ open/close views, airway scans, MRI, whole-body scans. • Sleep analysis either through home sleep test or polysomnogram. • XSens (external ground surface maxillary skull trackers), ULF-TENS, jaw tracking, MAT Scan and T-Scan, our digital device for measuring bite force. Why We Use T-Scan T-Scan provides a digital map of your bite to evaluate occlusal imbalances that may be causing you pain or long-term dysfunction. The Role of TENS Therapy in Neuromuscular Dentistry Ultra Low-Frequency Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (ULF-TENS) helps relax overworked jaw muscles and facilitates healing. TENS has been shown to: • Release muscle tightness. • Block pain signals from reaching the brain. • Increase endorphins, the body’s natural pain-relievers. • Increase blood flow to accelerate recovery. Once the muscle is relaxed we can take an accurate record of your true jaw position and build you a customized treatment plan. Neuromuscular Dentistry is effective for: • Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) • Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) • Cranio-Cervical-Mandibular Disorders (CCMD) Holistic Treatment Options at Smile and Glow After evaluation and diagnosis our neuromuscular orthodontist might recommend: • mandibular orthopedic repositioning appliance (MORA) • orthotic splints, TENS therapy, or myomonitor therapy (J5 Myomonitor) • Restorative or orthodontic correction for stable occlusion. And we will work with other specialists such as ENT, pulmonologists, physiotherapists, and psychologists, if necessary. Start Accessing Treatment Early Around age 7 would be optimal, but anyone who has had chronic signs and symptoms (jaw pain, facial tension, neck stiffness, or shoulder or back stiffness) should be evaluated at the first sign of any problems to avoid worsening of symptoms.

At Smile and Glow Dental Clinic - Mogappair and Perambur, we perform orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery for patients who have jaw issues that cannot be corrected with braces alone. These procedures restore jaw function and facial proportion, while alleviating other symptoms caused by a skeletal issue, such as sleep apnea or breathing problems. Corrective jaw surgery may be indicated for: • Severe jaw mismatches or facial asymmetry, • Sleep apnea or other respiratory issues, • Temporomandibular (TMJ) disorders and to relieve chronic jaw pain, • Open bite, under-enclosed, or over-enclosed jaw, • Chewing or speech problems, and • Cleft palate or jaw deformities from congenital issues. The oral and maxillofacial surgeons at our practice perform: • Maxillary surgery (upper jaw), • Mandibular surgery (lower jaw), or both depending on your specific needs. We employ cutting-edge imaging technologies, digital planning and the newest in surgical techniques to provide safe outcomes and improved function. 📞 Call today to book a consultation for jaw correction surgery in Chennai to learn if an orthognathic approach is the right therapeutic treatment option for you.

Maxillary surgery, or upper jaw surgery, is performed for facial asymmetry or bite correction due to maxilla bone issues. It will usually be performed in adults who are undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment, or braces, and can't achieve what they need with braces alone for skeletal malocclusion problems. In the following example below, I describe the conditions corrected with maxillary surgery: • Maxillary prognathism (forward positioned upper jaw) • Maxillary retrognathism (under developed / retruded upper jaw) • Cleft palate and related deformities. Common maxillary procedures: • Le Fort 1 osteotomy to reposition the upper jaw (impaction, advancement, or setback) • Anterior maxillary osteotomy (AMO) • Surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion (SARPE) to expand the upper jaw. This procedure involves the following treatment phases: 1. Pre-surgery orthodontics - teeth are aligned by orthodontics in preparation for surgery 2. Surgical phase - a maxillary procedure will be performed while under anesthesia 3. Post surgery orthodontics - orthodontic fine tuning of your bite and positioning of your teeth. The surgical team with experience, and the orthodontic team at Smile and Glow Dental Clinic, Mogappair and Perambur work together to develop a definite, safe, and coordinated plan to achieve functional bite with a balanced facial appearance. 📞 Consult for Maxillary jaw correction in Chennai today.

Straighten Your Smile, Boost Your Self-Esteem Professional Adult and Child Teeth Alignment at Smile and Glow Dental Clinic Are you experiencing gaps, have misaligned teeth, or are you having problems with your bite? If so, our experienced orthodontists here at Smile and Glow Dental Clinic, Mogappair, have the general knowledge and skills to create a therapeutic plan to straighten your teeth, improve your smile, and improve your function. We provide complete orthodontics for both children and adults in Mogappair and the neighboring areas, from treatment with traditional braces to newer technology in clear aligners (Invisalign®). What Is Orthodontics? Orthodontics is the dental specialty that is dedicated to repositioning misaligned jaws and teeth, including:  Overlapping or crowded teeth.  Teeth protruding forward or protruding out.  Spacing of teeth.  An improper bite such as a crossbite, underbite or overbite. ________________________________________ Our orthodontic procedures are specifically designed to improve oral health and function as well as appearance! Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment Orthodontic treatment offers numerous health benefits that go beyond 'cosmetic':  Improves appearance and self-confidence.  Decreases risk of cavities and gum disease because teeth will be easier to clean.  Increases efficiency of biting and chewing.  Decreases risk of injury to erupting front teeth.  Promotes lifetime health of jaws and teeth. When is the Best Time for Kids to Visit an Orthodontist? As early intervention can eliminate bigger issues down the road Smile and Glow Dental Clinic in Mogappair is committed to recommend the first orthodontic visit by the age of five. This very early assessment will assist in identifying any potential or current misalignment that can eliminate complex treatment options and jaw surgery as an adolescent. Some indications your child may need orthodontic treatment:  Problems chewing or biting  Thumb sucking or mouth breathing  Loss of baby teeth early or late  Too many teeth or not enough teeth  Your treatment options available at our dental clinic: There are multiple options for teeth straightening at our dental clinic in Mogappair for all ages and lifestyles: - Metal Braces Traditional method, widely common, effective for children and teenagers. - Ceramic Braces More aesthetically appealing brackets that are the same colour as teeth. - Damon Braces Self ligating braces that are more comfortable and require fewer adjustments. - Invisalign® Clear Aligners Removable, almost invisible trays for adults and teens that would prefer something more discreet than braces. Why treat with Smile and Glow Dental Clinic for braces in Mogappair? 🦷 Experienced orthodontic team. 🦷 Reliable diagnosis with digital imaging 🌟 Conventional braces and invisalign options 👧 Child friendly, early intervention approach 📍 Convenient to residents of Mogappair, Nolambur and Anna Nagar Start altering your smile today. Our staff is here to assist you every step of the way, whether you are considering clear aligners as an adult or treating your child to their first orthodontic check up. Come in and visit Smile and Glow Dental Clinic in Mogappair Call our orthodontist today to set up a consultation.

Retreatment of Root Canal Failure in Mogappair – Save Your Tooth at Smile and Glow Root canal treatment is designed to be permanent. However, this is not always the case. A tooth that has been previously treated may still hurt due to developing an infection that may not have been seen earlier or technical limitations with the initial root canal. The good news is that at Smile and Glow Dental Clinic, Mogappair, we specialize in the retreatment of failed root canals using the latest microscopic techniques to preserve and restore your natural tooth. What causes root canal treatment to fail? Even if the original treatment was done correctly, there are numerous factors that may lead to reinfection or a delayed healing response. • Missed canal- There may have been a hidden or extra canal present during the initial treatment. • Improper cleaning- The canal may not have been cleaned or sealed completely. • Too long of a delay between treatment and the placement of the crown- The oral environment established seal failures around the crown of the tooth, therefore allowed bacteria back into it. • Complex root anatomy- The shape of the canal may have been too curved or narrow and therefore may not have received proper cleaning. These problems can lead to symptoms that include: • Persistent pain or sensitivity in the tooth that was treated • Tenderness when chewing or tapping the tooth • Swelling in the area of the gums, face, or neck • A pimple-like bump or sinus tract on the gums (indicating a pus pathway) • A bad taste or foul breath from infection ________________________________________ Can Retreatment Really Happen? Yes—a failed root canal absolutely can be retreated. Using advanced equipment such as a dental operating microscopes and the knowledge and skills of our expert endodontists, it is possible for us to fully clean the tooth, properly seal it, and keep it for the long haul. ________________________________________ Retreatment at Smile and Glow 1. Re-accessing the Tooth The treated tooth is re-accessed by removing the crown or filling. 2. Removal of Old Root Canal Materials The old filling materials are removed to access the canal system. 3. Evaluation Under Microscope We will look for missed canals, unusual anatomy, or areas of reinfection using a dental microscope. 4. Deep Cleaning and Shaping In this step, the canals are cleaned, shaped, and disinfected—the full length of each root. 5. Sealing Your Tooth The root canals are tightly sealed (obturated) to prevent future reinfection. 6. Restoration A quality filling or crown will be placed on the tooth, protecting it and restoring function. ________________________________________ Why Choose Smile and Glow for Retreatments? • Experienced Micro-Endodontic Specialists We use dental microscopes to find and treat teeth with the most difficult and complex root canal challenges. • Better Success Rates Most retreated but suitably treated teeth heal completely and last many years with adequate sealing. • Patient Focused Practice We focus on your comfort, while minimizing discomfort, and providing honest and straightforward recommendations for doing what is best for your tooth. ________________________________________ Don't Rush in for Extraction – Let Us Help You Save Your Tooth Just because of a failed root canal, does not mean your tooth is a failure. At the Smile and Glow Dental Clinic in Mogappair, we help patients with retreatment procedures, preventing unnecessary extractions. Book a consultation to see how you can save your tooth, and have confidence in your smile restored.