Some people might find it surprising to visit their dentist rather than a traditional physician when they want to learn more about sleep apnea. But dentists such as Our Dentist are qualified experts on sleep apnea. Dentists are skilled at molding oral appliances, and such an appliance is frequently prescribed to treat the condition. They routinely…
Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses, and when these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses exert pressure on surrounding areas. If the inflamed sinus is near the jaw, pain in the jaw joint may result. This commonly happens with a cold or allergies. Many…
There are many people for whom snoring is a common issue. If you or a loved one is one of them, there are many possible solutions, but there is not one cure for everyone. If you are dealing with chronic snoring in your life–either yourself or a sleep partner–here are some suggestions from Sleep Apnea and…
If you know or even just suspect you are grinding your teeth, here is what you should know about it: Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping, which is why so many people are unaware they are doing it. What usually clues them in is having a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety…
If you are having trouble sleeping, have you ever considered that it could be from a dental issue? Hello, I’m Our Dentist of Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions, a highly regarded dental practice in Brentwood, Tennessee. We have helped thousands of patients get a better night sleep! Come in for a consultation with the expert…
Sleeping is definitely the stuff of comedy sketches, but the reality of snoring is that it can be tough for you as well as your partner. And if you are snoring to the point where it is waking you up, this could signal a real problem. The Effects of Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a…
Hi. I’m Our Dentist, and today in our sleep blog, I want to look at some of the conditions that may result in jaw pain. Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses, and when these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses exert pressure on surrounding…
Hello, I’m Our Dentist of Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions, a highly regarded dental practice in Brentwood, Tennessee. The expert team at Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions would love to help you with any of your dental needs, including sleep issues. We can help you: Stop snoring with a snoring mouthpiece Treat your sleep apnea…
Sleep apnea is a common, frequently underdiagnosed condition that causes sufferers to pause in their breathing during sleep, sometimes for up to minutes, and can occur up to 30 times an hour. In addition to snoring loudly, sufferers are unable to get enough rest, particularly REM sleep, to allow normal cognitive function, resulting in excessive…
Snoring may not be something you take seriously. You might even laugh or joke about it. But the fact is, anytime you or your partner snore to the point of waking, it could be a sign of serious health problems. Sleep Apnea and Its Effects Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that is potentially dangerous,…
