It is estimated that over 20 million American adults are currently living with sleep apnea–now that’s a lot! While the symptoms of sleep apnea tend to differ between men and women, it is still a condition that is associated with equally serious health consequences for everyone. June was Men’s Health Month and in May we […]
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) are often very difficult to diagnose due to the variety of conditions it mirrors. A less-than-clear understanding of the causes and exact symptoms of TMD, as well as the surrounding muscles, healthcare professionals are often hesitant to diagnose TMD. Instead, they might diagnose a condition as something far different, but that […]
Many people who can’t sleep will wonder if they suffer from some sort of sleeping disorder. Occurring in many people, sleep disorders prevent or limit sleep, which can lead to disruptions in daily behavior patterns while hindering a person’s ability to work. Restless leg syndrome, which is a sleep disorder that involves the nervous system […]
Ignoring sleep apnea or snoring can lead to the worsening of symptoms. Make treatment a top priority in order to prevent further complications. Here are three medical complications that can be caused by sleep apnea can have on your oral and overall health when treatment is ignored. Stroke. The leading complication of untreated sleep apnea […]