Advanced Dentistry of Alhambra Blog

The Mouth-Body Connection: What Your Teeth Say About Your Overall Health

December 15, 2025

Today, doctors and dentists agree on one thing: your mouth health is strongly linked to your overall health. In other words, the problems that start in your gums or teeth don’t always stay there. They can signal – or even influence – health issues elsewhere in the body.

Read on to learn four of the most important connections that affect us every day.

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4 Reasons You Won’t Regret Getting a Root Canal

November 3, 2025

Dentist performing root canal.

Hearing that you need a root canal might make you a little nervous, but the truth is, this common procedure is one of the best ways to save your natural tooth and relieve pain. Modern dentistry has made root canals faster, gentler, and more effective than ever before. If you’re still hesitant, here are 4 reasons you won’t regret getting a root canal.

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Goodbye Snoring, Hello Silent Nights: Non-Surgical Relief with NightLase

September 16, 2025

man snoring and wife covering her ears

Snoring may seem harmless, but it could be a loud warning sign of a serious sleep disorder silently affecting your health.

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Straight Teeth, Slight Lisp: How Invisalign Affects Speech

September 4, 2025

Woman smiling while holding up her Invisalign trays

As you look for ways to get the straighter set of teeth you dream of, you may be excited to start a convenient Invisalign treatment. This uses clear aligners to gently shift your smile into a healthier alignment, but did you know they may change how you talk? It won’t hinder your speech, but you may notice some minor differences. Many people aren’t aware this can happen, so here is what you can expect and how to combat it.

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Keeping Your Teeth in Place: How Long Will You Need to Wear a Retainer?

July 18, 2025

woman inserting her clear retainer

Invisalign clear braces allow you to take your unhealthy, crooked, gapped, or overcrowded teeth and move them to appear straighter and more aesthetically pleasing. The months of treatment required to bring everything into alignment are an investment in your time and money, so it’s natural to want your results to be permanent. The most effective way to accomplish this goal is to receive a custom retainer when treatment is finished, but how long will you need to wear it? Read on to find out what a dentist recommends to ensure the longevity of your new smile.

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