Archive for April, 2024

When you think about sleep apnea, you might picture an older adult hooked up to a CPAP machine since that’s the imagery presented in a lot of commercials. But the truth is, depending on diet or exercise habits, young people are susceptible to sleep apnea as well. Thus, it’s important to understand the symptoms of […]

Sleep apnea can do more than just cause issues with your body; it can also have a severe impact on your mental health. Anxiety disorders have been found to be more common among people with sleep apnea, especially those who experience frequent awakenings due to the condition. But can treating sleep apnea help with treating […]

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJs) are quite common, with nearly a third of all adults experiencing them at some point. While some cases resolve without professional treatment, you should seek professional treatment if your symptoms are persistent or recurring. Putting off TMJ treatment might save you time and money in the near term, but it won’t save […]

Each of us needs adequate sleep every night to maintain our health and well-being. Unfortunately, sleep apnea is a prevalent condition that negatively affects people of all ages. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. These interruptions can happen dozens of times each night and last for […]

It’s estimated that nearly 20 million Americans, or one in 15, have sleep apnea. Lapses in breathing during sleep characterize sleep apnea. These lapses often cause the person experiencing them to wake up throughout the night, meaning they rarely get the full night of rest they need. In people with sleep apnea, the muscles in their […]

Around 10 million Americans struggle with TMJ disorders. TMJ disorders are unfortunately disproportionately more common in women than men, with nine women to every one man experiencing severe jaw pain.  The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), where the jawbone meets the skull on each side, is one of the most used yet misunderstood sets of joints in the human […]

Do you often find yourself too drowsy while driving? Every year “Drowsy driving” is the cause of more than 100,000 vehicle accidents. What most people don’t realize is, a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea is often the culprit.  It’s estimated that sleep apnea affects over 30 million Americans. Millions more don’t even realize that […]

It’s fairly common to need a filling or two when you go to the dentist. But what if your teeth are more damaged than that? They can still be fixed, but the process is more involved. Full mouth reconstruction can work wonders for patients whose teeth are in trouble. Here’s what you need to know. What […]

Do you suffer from occasional or frequent heartburn? Did you know the painful burning sensation you feel from acid reflux, or GERD, can have a direct link to your oral health? It’s true. Just like it damages your esophagus and stomach lining, acid reflux can have a big impact on your teeth. Here’s how. What […]

If you wake up most mornings feeling just as tired as when you went to sleep the night before, or if you struggle with snoring and sleeplessness, you might not think it’s connected to your dental health. But it could be. Obstructive sleep apnea can often be traced to oral health issues. What is Sleep Apnea? […]