The holidays are a time for giving, being thankful and spending quality time with your family and friends. But what if you suffer from sleep apnea? How do you enjoy time with your loved ones while also not sounding like Darth Vader? We have put together some tips for you to keep in mind this […]
It’s that time of year again when you will need to keep in mind what to eat and what to stay away from this holiday season. While the holiday season is a great time for families to spend time together, it can be a cause of stress for people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). […]
Snoring can cause more problems than you might think. For one, it can cause problems in the bedroom with your partner. That is because they can’t get a good night’s sleep when they are sleeping next to the sound of trains. We understand this is often difficult to deal with, but what can you do […]
Every year there are different awareness months. To add to that, there are even multiple awareness themes per month with separate focus days. That can be overwhelming. However, there is one awareness month that we are paying close attention to: TMJ Awareness Month. For the month of November, we are all things temporomandibular joint (TMJ). […]
Frequent, loud snoring may be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, which is a common and potentially serious disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts as you sleep. Severe snoring can cause an array of problems, including sleep disturbances for the snorer and other household members as well as waking episodes. Snoring does not […]
The leading cause of sleep apnea is obesity. This means the best line of defense is losing weight! Here are five weight loss tips to help improve or eliminate your sleep apnea symptoms: Exercise regularly. A key part of losing weight is exercising at least three times a week. Whether you are hitting up the […]
Bubble gum popping can be a daily habit for most people. Whether a person chews gum as a snack or because they like the flavor, it is a common occurrence. However, if you chew gum and suffer from headaches or jaw pain, you might want to think before you pick up that new pack of […]
If you’ve never had a migraine, consider yourself lucky. Migraines are known to be so painful that many people will lock themselves in a quiet, dark room to minimize the discomfort. To make matters worse, these migraines can sometimes last multiple days, interrupting your daily life and taking you down for the count. We want […]
Regular breathing usually continues with a loud snort or choking sound. Sleep apnea causes the airway to collapse or become blocked during sleep. Patients who are overweight are usually affected, but it can actually happen to anyone. To help you better understand sleep apnea, let’s take a look at some common myths and facts to […]
Our sleep habits have a significant impact on how well we sleep every night. If you are able to maintain a regular schedule while also avoiding behavior that promotes sleep disruption, you can minimize insomnia, allow for an adequate amount of sleep and reduce sleep-related headaches. If you are ready to take charge of your […]