Infographic: Find out your risk for sleep apnea
It is important that our patients understand when they are at an increased risk for sleep apnea because of certain health conditions they might have. There are two conditions [...]
5 health conditions linked to sleep apnea
Untreated sleep apnea is dangerous—it can lead to a variety of comorbidities that include a number of health conditions. From increased risk of cardiovascular disease to type 2 diabetes, [...]
Dr. Patel helped write a textbook on dental sleep medicine
A textbook that a few of us have worked on has finally been published and we could not be happier with how this has turned out. The textbook is, [...]
Refresh what you know about sleep apnea
For those who suffer from sleep apnea, it is important to know what to look for and how to prepare. But if you have not been diagnosed with sleep [...]
5 tips for weight loss for patients with sleep apnea
Let’s talk about weight loss. The leading cause of sleep apnea is obesity. This means the best line of defense is losing weight! Here are five tips for losing [...]
There is a connection between sleep disorders and oral health
We know that nutrition and fitness are two of the key pillars to being healthy. But there is one area that often goes ignored or overlooked and that is [...]
An oral appliance might be just what you need for sleep apnea relief
For patients with sleep apnea, the most common treatment prescribed by doctors is a CPAP machine. This helps patients with sleep apnea to get a good night’s sleep. However, [...]
Sleep apnea can be treated in our dental office
Patients with sleep apnea or people who snore will often visit their family physician or an ear, nose and throat specialist for further diagnosis. While that is good to [...]
Take this quiz to learn if you might be suffering from sleep apnea
We understand that it is important to find out if you suffer from sleep apnea. But how do you know when to reach out and ask for more information? [...]
3 lifestyle changes that can help reduce sleep apnea symptoms
In addition to sleep apnea treatments it is also important to make lifestyle changes. Through these changes, you can improve your sleep and eliminate your symptoms of sleep apnea—it’s [...]