The US National Library of Medicine mentions in an article that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common problem affecting 24% of middle-aged males and 9% of middle-aged females. Among these adults, snoring is a common trait. The prevalence of snoring could indicate the presence of obstructive sleep apnea, and a trained professional like Dr…. Read more »
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Dr. Stewart Attends Advanced Dental Sleep Medicine Seminar
Dental technology, treatment options, and materials never stop advancing. It makes sense then that a dentist who wants to stay at the top of his game should never stop learning. Dr. Stewart actively pursues continuing education courses every year and he’s especially excited about his most recent training in Advanced Dental Sleep Medicine topics with… Read more »
Snoring: Your Partner’s Perspective, According to Your Livonia Dentist
Snoring may seem like a nighttime nuisance, yet it’s typically the sign of a greater issue. Snoring can cause sleep interruptions to both the person experiencing the snoring and anyone within earshot of the sound—typically a spouse or partner. More often than not, the snorer is unaware of the nighttime tendency. Therefore, your Livonia dentist… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Explains Snoring During Late-Term Pregnancy
The journey of pregnancy is beautiful and unique and millions of women worldwide experience the joy of pregnancy everyday. Feeling the baby move and watching your little one develop through a series of ultrasounds creates indescribable feelings of excitement and anticipation. That being said, the growing baby bump doesn’t always make the miracle of life… Read more »
Surprising Foods that Can Ease Snoring with Your Livonia Dentist
The main culprit in snoring is inflammation and congestion in your nasal passages and throat. Swelling in your throat tissues paired with mucous build-up make it nearly impossible to breathe at night. This swelling creates overcrowding, and allows the tissues in your throat to vibrate. Snoring treatments range from Breathe-Right strips to surgical options to… Read more »
Livonia Dentist: Top 4 Foods Sleep Apnea Sufferers Should Avoid
For many years, sleep apnea sufferers didn’t have many remedies for their condition other than CPAP machines and mouth guards. Now, several studies have revealed that simple lifestyle solutions that can help alleviate sleep apnea severity, such as losing some weight, quitting smoking, and drinking alcohol a little less. Finally, after continued research, there’s proof… Read more »
Control Your Sleep Apnea Naturally, Suggests Livonia Dentist
In our last post, we discussed how avoiding certain foods, like high fat dairy and red meat, can help ease the symptoms associated with sleep apnea. Today, we look at other natural ways to alleviate the severity of sleep apnea symptoms. Sleep is a precious thing. It’s your body’s way to press the refresh button… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Explains the Risks of Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids
Across the country, millions of people have difficulty sleeping. In fact, according to a BMJ research study, last year over 60 million Americans turned to over-the-counter sleep aids. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize that these drugs can actually make sleeping more difficult. In today’s… Read more »
Keep Your Job: Livonia Dentist Talks about Sleep Apnea and Work
People with sleep apnea struggle to stay awake and alert during the day. Sleep apnea can affect them as they go through their daily tasks of family care, driving, and work. Some patients wonder if they should talk about sleep apnea to their supervisor at work. Livonia Dentist, Dr. Stewart, answers that question, and discusses… Read more »
Untreated Sleep Apnea a Life Threatening Disorder, Says Livonia Dentist
Sleep Apnea: The Silent Thief Do you drag through your day? Do you feel listless and sluggish even though you got plenty of sleep the night before? Do you sometimes wake up with a raw throat and an extreme thirst? Has your sleeping partner mentioned that you snore loudly or even make choking sounds during… Read more »