Do you have sleep apnea? If you do, it could be the reason you are gaining weight. Once you are diagnosed with sleep apnea, you can take the right steps toward treatment and losing weight. Continual sleep deprivation can undermine weight loss efforts just as much as eating that Big Mac from McDonalds can. If […]
An increased risk means it increases your likelihood of getting a disease or other condition. While you are more likely to develop temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) if you have one or a few of the risks, it also doesn’t mean you won’t develop TMD if you don’t have any risk factors present. If you have […]
Sleep apnea is a condition where a person’s airway becomes partially or completely blocked during sleep. As a result, breathing will stop and start throughout the night. Approximately 13 percent of men and 6 percent of women suffer from moderate to severe undiagnosed sleep apnea. And, while the percentages might seem small, they should not […]
Feeling sad every now and then is a fundamental part of the human experience, but persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, hopelessness and disinterest in things are symptoms of depression. Today, depression affects at least 20 million Americans and it is not something that should be ignored. If you are feeling depressed or down about things […]
Finding the right treatment for headaches in Scottsdale, AZ requires a proper diagnosis. While most patients self-diagnose themselves, it is important to visit Dr. Sara at AZ Sleep & TMJ Solutions in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Sara understands headaches can often occur frequently, which is why a diagnosis is key in creating an effective treatment plan. […]
Snoring is the loudest when you sleep on your back. It might also be less noisy when you turn on your side. And, while you might not snore every night, as time goes on you might snore more often or even louder. If you suffer from sleep apnea in North Scottsdale, your gasping occurs when […]
If you have a poorly aligned bite or missing teeth, facial pain or jaw pain can become more pronounced, causing further issues. This often occurs because the jaw muscles are working harder to bring the teeth together. As a result, the surrounding jaw muscles are strained. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you […]
You might be aware of sleep apnea in adults, but what about children? Yes, our children can suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), too. However, with our children, sleep apnea can be more complicated than you think. Even just brief pauses in breathing can cause a child to experience low levels oxygen in the blood, […]
Sleep apnea can be a deadly condition, so how do you know if you have it? While we’re always searching for ways to keep you up-to-date with important information, we want to also make sure you get what you need to take charge of your health. What is Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs […]
Back in February it was National Heart Month. While one month out of the year is dedicated to spreading awareness for heart health, we want to continue that same awareness throughout the year—because it should always matter. At AZ Sleep & TMJ Solutions it is our goal to help you maintain optimal oral and […]