Don’t take this the wrong way. We like you, but we’re not saying your sleep partner and your dentist have to be the same person. But did you know when … read more
Screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea affects approximately 5.9 million adults in America, with about 23.5 million cases being undiagnosed. While sleep apnea itself may seem harmless and passed off as a bad … read more
When Is Snoring Problematic?
“Wake up!” “Turn over or something, please!” “I can’t sleep!” If you’ve heard any of those phrases said to or shouted at you upon your first waking breath, that means … read more
Sleep Apnea and Autoimmune Diseases
The benefits of regular visits to the dentist’s office go far beyond one’s teeth and gums. Although your dentist is not a medical doctor, your dentist is often the gatekeeper … read more
What is Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
In the past, parents who had issues with their children falling and staying asleep through the night blamed it on sugar, hyperactivity, disobedience, and other reasoning. Many of those cases … read more
Why are Sleep Disorders Screened by Dentists on the Rise?
More and more people are being diagnosed with sleeping disorders recently, but is it due to a new health scare or better understanding and detection? The answer isn’t so simple, … read more
Best Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea
There are different kinds of sleep apnea that are most commonly found among Americans today across all age ranges. It’s a severe and potentially fatal sleep disorder that causes a … read more
Most Commonly Overlooked Signs of Sleep Disorders
Sleep matters. Trust the research. A study by the Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine found that people who got seven to eight hours of sleep every night had less … read more
How Dental Sleep Medicine is Saving Lives
Dental technology and research have expanded the way dental professionals play a role in overall bodily wellness. Naturally, oral hygiene is essential for maintaining the teeth and gums, but the … read more
The Role of Dentistry in the Treatment of Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders
There has been a recent increase in sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBD) awareness among the medical community. These conditions are described as disruptions in standard breathing patterns and are potentially severe … read more