If you tested positive for COVID-19, you might have some lingering effects from the disease. These long haul COVID-19 symptoms following illness often include issues with the heart, lungs and even your jaw. Here is what we know about this. Jaw pain and COVID-19 There was a recent news report that noted how a doctor […]
There is an elephant in the room and it is medical insurance. We all have to deal with it when we go to the doctor, but one question remains. Can medical insurance be used to cover sleep apnea treatment? The short answer is, yes. Let’s learn more about how this works. Medical insurance and sleep […]
We recently found out that CPAP machines manufactured by Phillips have been recalled, and replacements are close to a year out. That is not good news for sleep apnea patients who rely on their CPAP machines for treatment. But there is good news. For those who qualify, oral appliance therapy is a great alternative to […]
Jaw pain, or pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), can be confusing. In fact, when there is TMJ pain or soreness, it can sometimes radiate in other areas of the head, leading to confusion for where the pain is actually coming from. By understanding temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), you can, perhaps, know what to look […]
If you are experiencing pain that is interrupting your daily activities, there is a solution to treat temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). And if your symptoms are not interrupting your daily schedule, and your pain can be described as a one or three on a ten-point scale, then you can also use self-care to help […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. Let’s […]
Oral appliance therapy (OAT) is a successful alternative to the CPAP machine for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. However, not everyone is a candidate for OAT, but it does remain a leading treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnea. Here are three benefits of oral appliance therapy. A reduction in health risks. OAT works to […]
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 […]