Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (TMD) are commonly associated with pain in the jaw. And, while jaw pain is one of the main symptoms of TMD, it is also important to understand there is other pain associated with this condition. Let’s take a closer look at ear and sinus pain as they relate to TMD in […]
The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) has stated that oral appliance therapy is a recommended form of treatment for adults with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who are CPAP intolerant or prefer an alternative therapy options. While CPAP therapy is still the first-line option for treating OSA, oral appliance therapy is an effective alternative […]
Did you know that women are more likely to develop temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (TMD) than any other individual? As a woman, you might be more prone to developing this disorder, but there are ways for you to prevent it from occurring. Let’s take a closer look at the connection between women and TMD. Women […]
Sleep apnea causes restless nights of sleep and exhaustion during the day, but did you know it can also affect other areas of your health? It can. Not only does sleep apnea negatively affect your sleep, but also it can play a role in Acid Reflux and Impotence. Let’s take a look at two health […]
Snoring is no laughing matter, but it is important for to get appropriate treatment so your symptoms do not worsen. Loud, disruptive snoring may strain relationships, but it can also signal a potentially life threatening disorder: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). To help with the treatment of sleep apnea, Dr. Sara offers oral appliance therapy at […]
There’s a complex link between sleep apnea and depression. We can see that depression causes sleep problems and sleep problems can contribute to depression. At AZ Sleep & TMJ Solutions in , we provide dental sleep medicine services in order to be your first line of defense against sleep apnea and other conditions. By visiting […]
If you are experiencing jaw pain or discomfort, you might be suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). This condition is commonly associated with jaw tension and pain. While you might be unaware of this condition or its treatment options, there is one familiar option: BOTOX®. Botox is often used as an alternative treatment for […]
Sleep apnea can lead to a long list of complications in other health conditions. To expand on this area of the worsening of medical conditions, sleep apnea has an inability to regulate blood pressure (BP). Just one bout of sleep apnea can impact your ability to regulate blood pressure. In fact, only one instance can […]
As you may already know, obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the breathing pathways through the mouth, nose or throat are collapsed or blocked. These airways are susceptible to blockages or collapse as the muscle tone lining these pathways relax during sleep. These are some of the groups that are at a greater risk for developing […]
While headaches definitely are not fun, it might be worth your time to try to think about what type of headache you might be experiencing. All headaches are not the same, so don’t lump them all in one description. You might have heard about tension headaches, migraines, and cluster headaches, but did you know there […]