Malocclusion and Tooth Sensitivity

    Can malocclusion cause tooth sensitivity?

    Yes, crowded or misaligned teeth can cause tooth sensitivity, and they can also lead to more serious dental problems if not addressed.

    How Crowded or Misaligned Teeth Cause Sensitivity

    When teeth are crowded or the bite is uneven (a condition called Malocclusion), the forces from chewing are not distributed evenly across the teeth.

    This can cause several issues:

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      The Basics of Long-Term Care

      Aging is a fact of life and it comes with certain realities. While most of us probably don’t want to picture ourselves eventually needing help with daily activities, Americans turning 65 today have almost a 70 percent chance they will need some type of long-term care during their remaining years. As this type of care is not generally covered by private health insurance or Medicare, it’s important to create a strategy to help protect yourself and your family from the financial and emotional impact of a possible long-term care event.

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      UFC Gym Celebrates Grand Opening in Alhambra

      On January 31, UFC Gym celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of their newest Alhambra location with the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, marking the official debut of what has become the most pre-registered UFC Gym in the world. Hundreds of residents came out on opening day, packing the brand new three story gym to get a workout in, meet UFC fighters Carla Esparza and Forrest Griffin, take part in fighting demos, enter giveaways, and more.

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        The Importance of Heart Health Awareness

        February is recognized as Heart Health Awareness Month to address cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of death worldwide. Throughout the month, free resources and information are made available to raise awareness about heart disease prevention, manage risks like high blood pressure, and encourage healthy lifestyle choices to reduce cardiovascular events.

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          Alhambra Passes Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance

          At the October 27 Alhambra City Council Meeting, a motion was made and passed to adopt an ordinance restricting smoking in multi-unit housing, affecting buildings with 3+ conjoined units. Advocated for by the Alhambra Community Health Alliance, a community coalition led by staff from the Institute for Public Strategies (IPS), this ordinance has been the culmination of years of work from the Alhambra community.

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