Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects many adults throughout the U.S. every year. However, children can also have same sleep-time ailment. In fact, up-to 4% children between the ages of two and eight suffer from OSA. Parents who believe their children could have the sleep disorder should contact their Livonia dentist, Dr. James Stewart, soon for… Read more »
Category: Sleep Apnea
Livonia Dentist Suggests Exercises to Improve Sleep Apnea Symptoms
For patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (or OSA), sleep is more of a luxury than a daily occurrence. To combat symptoms, one could alter dietary choices, lose weight, and even become a side sleeper. However, few people know that specific exercises can improve sleep apnea symptoms. In fact, those exercises can widen and… 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 »
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 Provides Innovative Dental Care
Your Livonia dentist, Dr. James Stewart, strives to provide quality dental care for the entire family. Employing the latest technology, Dr. Stewart helps our patients maintain a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. In today’s blog, Dr. Stewart discusses how our innovative dental procedures… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Discusses the Health Risks for Heavy Snorers
Do you suffer from chronic snoring? Do you feel tired throughout the day? You may be experiencing symptoms of a serious sleep disorder that affects over 12 million Americans. In today’s blog, your Livonia dentist, Dr. James Stewart, discusses the causes of sleep apnea and how to treat this common sleep issue.
Livonia Dentist: Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Do you suffer from chronic snoring? Do you wake feeling exhausted and frequently experience daytime drowsiness? These may be signs of a serious sleep disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. Over 12 million Americans have trouble sleeping due to sleep apnea. While snoring is common… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Offers Comfortable Sleep Apnea Treatment
In the United States, over 12 million adults exhibit symptoms of sleep apnea. Patients with sleep apnea are deprived of necessary rest and have an increased risk of medical conditions such as high blood pressure, depression, and stroke. For many, the only treatment option… 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 »