Whether you are utilizing oral appliance therapy for the treatment of TMD or sleep apnea, it is important to understand there can be side effects associated with your treatment. As you know, many treatments have side effects and so does oral appliance therapy. However, that doesn’t mean you should avoid treatment or stop completely. All […]
Headaches seem like a common occurrence in most people and you’ve probably experienced one or a few at some point in your life. However, are you familiar with the different types of headaches that you can experience? To help you get a better understanding of the headache you might be experiencing, it is important to […]
As you know, if you quit smoking it will significantly improve your overall health–especially your lungs. But did you know that if you quit smoking you might also significantly improve your sleep? It’s true! There are many factors that influence how well you sleep each night, and smoking plays a major part in that. This […]
Have you ever wondered if you are at risk for sleep apnea? Do you find you are always tired and can’t get a good night’s rest even if you get eight hours of sleep? It can be frustrating to deal with, but how do you know if you are actually at risk for sleep apnea? […]
Oral appliance therapy can be used for the treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD) and sleep apnea. If you are using an oral appliance, it is important to understand that there might be side effects. By understanding the side effects, you can pay attention to your care and take steps toward improving the outcome. […]
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (TMD) are often very difficult to diagnose because it can often mirror a variety of conditions. Because there are often less-than-clear understandings of the causes and exact symptoms of TMD, as well as the surrounding muscles, health care professionals are often hesitant to diagnose this condition. Instead, they might diagnose a […]
When you hear someone has been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you might immediately think of the Darth Vader sounds of a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, or CPAP, machine. However, while a CPAP machine tends to be the most common form of treatment prescribed for sleep apnea, many people are unable to use it. It can […]
Seeking treatment for sleep apnea is important for simply treating your condition and preventing further complications, but did you know it also provides other benefits? The reasons for treating sleep apnea are endless, but we have a couple more reasons why treatment is important. Here are a few reasons why treatment for sleep apnea is […]
While temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) is quite common, not many people are aware that they suffer from it. In fact, an estimated 10-35 million adults in the U.S. suffer from TMD, with women impacted more often than men. When a person suffers from TMD, it is important to seek treatment and be knowledgeable of what options […]
Over 20 million adults in the U.S. are currently living with sleep apnea. 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. Here is a look at snoring and sleep apnea in women and how sleep […]