Many common dental materials can cause adverse effects on the body. For example, the toxic metal mercury that is often used in silver amalgam fillings can harm your immune, urinary, cardiac, respiratory, and digestive systems. Dr. Teja has made a commitment to using safe biological materials. This method makes Dr. Teja's treatments biocompatible, mercury-free, metal-free, and non-toxic. If you have already received toxic mercury fillings elsewhere, Dr. Teja can replace and remove them with healthier alternatives.
When patients suffer from urgent dental needs, Dr. Teja and his team are ready to treat them with swiftness and compassion. He offers this service to relieve patient pain, preserve quality oral health, and reduce long-term dental costs, which can skyrocket when issues are left unchecked. Dr. Teja can take care of tooth damage, loss, bleeding, jaw pain, and more with procedures such as tooth extraction, root canal therapy, and dental crowns.
Dr. Teja has practiced in Kenya, England, and at multiple locations he owned and operated here in Texas. Throughout his globe-spanning career, he has continuously learned advanced dental techniques. In San Antonio, he was accepted into the Implant Preceptorship, which at that time admitted just five students annually. His other training includes studying with world-renowned CEREC expert Dr. Robert Conrad, mini dental implant education, and extensive training on Lumineers by Cerinate.
Dr. Teja was born in Kenya and began his dental studies at the prestigiousKing's College Hospital in London, but has been proud to call West Texas home since hegraduated with honors in 1991 fromthe University of Texas Health Science Center. For over a decade, he operated a dental practice in Mason while he and his wife Karin raised their children. In 2005, the opportunity to open a practice in San Angelo presented itself to Dr. Teja, and the chance was too good to pass up. After two years of making sure their San Angelo office would live up to their exacting standards, the Tejas opened their doors and have treated locals like family ever since.
Every year, Dr. Teja completes more continuing education than required by the State of Texas. As part of his ongoing commitment to the Texas community, Dr. Teja volunteers at health fairs with complimentary dental screenings for numerous organizations.His other involvements have included the Ballinger Rotary Club, American Heart Association, and the Lion's Club.
Dr. Teja may be the best dentist I have ever encountered. He has done extensive dental work for me and I am very pleased with the results. He is kind and caring in the process. There was no pain of any consequence.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnea. Due to overly relaxed or enlarged throat muscles, large tonsils, adenoids, or a serious overbite, the upper airway becomes too narrow during sleep, restricting the flow of oxygen. Dr. Teja can oftentreat obstructive sleep apnea with a custom oral appliance that keeps the upper airway open during sleep.
Central sleep apnea (CSA) is less common but much more serious. The condition occurs when your brain stops regulating breathing during sleep. Central sleep apnea requires a specialist's care, and Dr. Teja can provide you with a referral.
Also known as mixed sleep apnea, complex sleep apnea is a combination of both obstructive and central sleep apnea. People with complex sleep apnea do not respond to treatments for obstructive sleep apnea alone. Dr. Teja can work with your other doctors to find a solution.
The risk factors for these sleep disorders include obesity, family history of the disease, smoking, excessive drinking, being male, and being older. If any of these risk factors apply to you, we can use this as a starting point to help you find the right solution for your needs.
Many people are not aware that dentists can help with sleep apnea. For those suffering from mild to moderate sleep apnea, an oral appliance may be all that you need to open up the airways and achieve a restful night of sleep.
I was so nervous to get a shot and have my cavities filled but Dr. Teja and his team did an amazing job. I didnt feel the shot or any of the things they were doing during the procedure. If I had to do it again I would with them!
At San Angelo Smiles, Dr. Teja uses oral appliances to keep the upper airway open for patients with obstructive sleep apnea. If you require a different approach for your sleep disorder, Dr. Teja can refer you to a specialist.
If an oral appliance alone fails to help you achieve restful sleep, or if you do not like using a CPAP machine, Dr. Teja may recommend a special combination of the two. This involves administering air pressure through a nasal device while also wearing the oral appliance.
If non-invasive options are unable to help you overcome issues caused by excess tissue, large tonsils, or enlarged adenoids, surgery may be recommended. During the procedure, a surgeon can remove the excess tissue to improve airflow.
At our San Angelo, TX, practice, we offer the DNA Appliance (Daytime Nighttime Appliance) by Vivos. It is a non-surgical sleep apnea option that encourages the airway to open up by developing the upper jaw to its full genetic potential.
The risk factors for sleep apnea include being overweight, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking. While some risk factors, such as age, are beyond your control, adopting a healthier lifestyle and other habits can reduce symptoms such as daytime sleepiness and high blood pressure.
Dr. Max Teja wants you to know thatwhile sleep apnea may not seem like a big concern, it can be detrimental to your overall health. His treatments are designed to not only cut down on symptoms such as snoring and daytime fatigue, but also prevent you from placing harmful strain on your respiratory and circulatory systems.
Dr. Teja has over 40 years of experience in the field of dentistry. He can provide his patients with solutions for OSA as well as all kinds of dental concerns, all under one roof. Even if he can't treat your sleep apnea, Dr. Teja can refer you to a qualified specialist.