Do you ever wake up with a sore jaw? Or, do you experience constant headaches? These problems, as well as tense muscles, are often the result of bruxism, which is the medical term for the grinding or clenching of your teeth. At Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia, Dr. Patel is available to […]
Sleep apnea has been observed since ancient times, even if a treatment or cause was not clear. In the late 19thcentury, the term ‘Pickwickian syndrome” was created to describe symptoms of sleep apnea. However, research concentrated on the patients’ obesity rather than the disordered breathing experienced during sleep. Then, in 1965, the first polysomnograph recorded […]
Sleep apnea is not something to be ignored. However, there are various myths out there that might make you think you know everything about sleep apnea. For instance, sleep apnea causes the airway to collapse or become blocked during sleep and patients who are overweight are usually affected, but it can actually happen to anyone. […]