She is sound asleep, or seems to be. She is snoring, lightly. Then, without warning – silence. Her breathing has stopped, and for agonizing, uncounted seconds there is silence. The silence goes on, and on – and then her breathing resumes. This happens repeatedly throughout the night. This imaginary sleeper may be suffering from sleep…
Chronic facial pain affects millions of Americans. It may be in the form of persistent headaches or earaches, or it may be in the jaw. Any of these issues may be related to the TMJ joints. TMJ disorder can bring sufferers a lot of discomfort. TMJ – the temporomandibular joints – are the muscles, ligaments, discs,…
How is Sleep Apnea Diagnosed?Typically a sleep medicine doctor can diagnose sleep apnea. There are two types of testings that can be done: an in facility sleep lab or a take home test. The process leading up to a sleep test is somewhat involved as doctors typically ask for a sleep diary to be kept….
Maybe you have had some jaw pain or a slight “popping” accompanied by some pain that occurs when you open your mouth or chew. It’s a fleeting occurrence for the most part, but what if it were more? It is estimated by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research that over 10 million Americans…
A common question among patients needing treatment for sleep apnea is if the machines are safe. The easiest way to address this question is by explaining what a sleep apnea machine does and how it works. Of course the best way to determine if it is the right course of action for you is to…
When people hear “TMJ” they usually think of clicking jaws and painful chews. However, there is more to TMJ than most understand. Patients with TMJ have common complaints of headaches, back pain, dizziness, and tinnitus (ringing of the ears), but TMD has also been linked to sleep deprivation. The relationship between sleep deprivation and TMD…
Sleep Apnea affects patients many ways, but is most noticeably in their inability to get a solid night’s sleep. Patient’s whom suffer from the condition often have to seek the help of a medical specialist in order to help keep their airways clear of obstructions while sleeping. However, more research being done to understand the…
No one enjoys a tooth ache and mouth pain can quickly become unbearable, causing patients to seek dental help. It can be helpful to understand the different types of pain so that patients know what type of pain is more urgent. Of course, every patient should seek the help of their dental professional when pain…
One of the disorders we treat often at Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions is sleep apnea. According to the National Institute of Health’s Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, sleep apnea typically affects people who are male, older or overweight. Genetics can also play a role in developing this condition. Smokers, those with high blood pressure,…
Diabetics know they have to pay attention to their overall health, including their dental health. Those with diabetes are at a higher risk for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower…
