Dental Blog | Elmer A. Villalon DMD - Sleep Dentist in Pueblo, CO

Getting Ready for Winter
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
Oral Appliances To Reduce Teeth Grinding
Author: Elmer A. Villalon, DDS posted: Oct. 21, 2021.

Get teeth grinding under control by simply wearing a dental device while you sleep. Are you guilty of grinding your teeth? Do you do it while you sleep? Are you experiencing Read more
The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

When patients of Elmer A. Villalon, DDS hear any mention of oral or dental hygiene, they probably think of brushing and flossing their teeth. Although these are extremely important, the Read more
Weighing the Facts about DIY Scaling
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

The dental section of your local drugstore or favorite online site offers more dental tools for home care than ever before. Little angled mirrors. Tongue scrapers. Gum stimulators. Interproximal brushes. Read more
What's on your fall reading list?
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Elmer Read more
Ways to Prevent Oral Cancer
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, this form of cancer kills roughly one person an hour, every 24 hours. This means that nearly 10,000 people will die this year from Read more
Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth Read more
Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as Read more
Sleep Apnea and Its Treatments
Author: Elmer A. Villalon, DDS posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Dr. Elmer Villalon treats sleep apnea patients in Pueblo, CO. If you or someone close to you notices signs of sleep apnea, you should see a doctor to be evaluated Read more
September is National Gum Care Month!
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

Can you believe it's already September? At Elmer A. Villalon, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize Read more
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read more
Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches and Abscesses
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. the doctor can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to Read more
Famous Dentists in History
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Every six months or so you head down to your local dentist for a teeth cleaning, but have you ever thought that your dentist could one day be famous? Well, Read more
Your Snoring Might Be More Serious Than You Think
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night. It’s most common among middle-aged adults, and the most prevalent symptom is loud snoring. Sleep apnea Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more