Irmo Smiles, in Irmo SC, is pleased to provide a full range of dental care services and dental treatments. Our dentistry services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, laser, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Changing the Lives of Children in Our Community Dr. Raman is proud to be one of the co-founders of the Midlands South Carolina chapter of the Smile for a Lifetime Foundation (www.s4l.org).
The mission of Smile for a Lifetime is “to create self-confidence, inspire hope, and change the lives of children in our communities in a dramatic way. The gift of a smile can do all this for a deserving, underserved individual who, in turn, can use this gift to better themselves and their community.”
Many individuals are unable to obtain needed orthodontic care due to financial obstacles or other circumstances. Dr. Raman and other area dental professionals work together to choose patients deserving of a Smile for a Lifetime scholarship. Raman Orthodontics Jim Raman, DMD 1600 Lake Murray Boulevard Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 212-0996 RamanOrtho.com
People with diabetes are prone to oral infections. You should get dental checkups at least twice a year. Let your dentist know you have diabetes and what medicines you take. Regular checkups and professional cleanings can help keep a mouth healthy. And a dentist can teach you the best ways to care for your teeth and gums at home. The above article is from: WebMD.com Raman Orthodontics Jim Raman, DMD 1600 Lake Murray Boulevard Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 212-0996 RamanOrtho.com
Well-controlled diabetes contributes to a healthy mouth. If you have poorly controlled or high blood sugar, your risk increases for dry mouth, gum disease, tooth loss, and fungal infections like thrush. Since infections can also make blood sugar rise, your diabetes may become even harder to control. Keeping your mouth healthy can help you manage your blood sugar. The above article is from:WebMD.com
The traditional treatment for sleep apnea has been the CPAP device, and it remains the gold standard for moderate to severe sleep apnea. CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Air Pressure. The patient is fitted with a machine that pumps a continuous stream of air into the patient’s nose or mouth throughout the night. However, many people find this uncomfortable and they stop wearing the mask.
If you have sleep apnea and can’t tolerate or are frustrated with your CPAP, we can offer you an alternative treatment. Dr. Raman can custom fit you with an oral appliance such as the Respire Blue Series™ or TAP™ (Thornton Adjustable Positioner). These are small acrylic devices that fit over the upper and lower teeth similar to an orthodontic retainer or mouth guard. They gently realign your tongue and jaw to open your airway and allow more air flow to the lungs as you sleep. They are easy to place and remove, easy to clean, and convenient for travel. These devices are amazingly comfortable and have an excellent success rate for sleep apnea and snoring. Raman Orthodontics Jim Raman, DMD 1600 Lake Murray Boulevard Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 212-0996 RamanOrtho.com
Diabetes puts you at risk for dental problems. It impairs the ability to fight bacteria in your mouth. Having high blood sugar encourages bacteria to grow and contributes to gum disease. You may have gum disease if you have:
Gums that are red, sore, bleeding, or swollen, or that pull away from your teeth
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Braces may seem to be the same as they were decades ago, but in reality, they have changed a great deal. What we now call traditional braces have brackets that are bonded to the front of the tooth rather than wrapping around the tooth, so they are smaller and less noticeable. Brackets can also be clear or tooth-colored to be even less visible. Wires are also much thinner and less obvious as they work to gently ease the teeth into their new position. Raman Orthodontics Jim Raman, DMD 1600 Lake Murray Boulevard Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 212-0996 RamanOrtho.com
Changing the Lives of Children in Our Community
Dr. Raman is proud to be one of the co-founders of the Midlands South Carolina chapter of the Smile for a Lifetime Foundation (www.s4l.org).
People with diabetes are prone to oral infections. You should get dental checkups at least twice a year. Let your dentist know you have diabetes and what medicines you take. Regular checkups and professional cleanings can help keep a mouth healthy. And a dentist can teach you the best ways to care for your teeth and gums at home.
Well-controlled diabetes contributes to a healthy mouth. If you have poorly controlled or high blood sugar, your risk increases for dry mouth, gum disease, tooth loss, and fungal infections like thrush. Since infections can also make blood sugar rise, your diabetes may become even harder to control. Keeping your mouth healthy can help you manage your blood sugar.
Diabetes puts you at risk for dental problems. It impairs the ability to fight bacteria in your mouth. Having high blood sugar encourages bacteria to grow and contributes to gum disease. You may have gum disease if you have:
Braces may seem to be the same as they were decades ago, but in reality, they have changed a great deal. What we now call traditional braces have brackets that are bonded to the front of the tooth rather than wrapping around the tooth, so they are smaller and less noticeable. Brackets can also be clear or tooth-colored to be even less visible. Wires are also much thinner and less obvious as they work to gently ease the teeth into their new position.