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 »
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Study Reveals the Effect of Exercise on Sleep Apnea
A recent study conducted through a collaboration of the University of Pittsburgh School of Sleep Medicine, the Mayo Clinic, and the Center for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine of the University of Montreal has revealed a positive link between an increase in physical activity and a reduction in the severity of sleep apnea. This serious… 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 »
Oral Appliance Therapy vs. CPAP for Sleep Apnea
If you’re one of the approximately 18 million people that suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you might have already seen a doctor for treatment. OSA occurs when the soft tissues in the back of the throat obstruct breathing to prevent continuous airflow during sleep. “Apnea” means a cessation of breathing. This interruption in breathing… Read more »
Sleep Apnea and Brain Damage
Awareness about the detrimental effects of sleep apnea is increasing. Sleep apnea is responsible for a growing list of health problems for millions of individuals. Some of these troubles are less urgent, but some are life threatening. James Stewart, DDS, is a sleep apnea expert, and he offers various treatment options to help his patients… Read more »
Sleep Apnea Increases Risk for Dementia in Elderly Women
Approximately 10-20% of middle-aged Americans suffer from sleep apnea. Dr. Stewart is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and has extensive training in the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. On this blog, we’ve covered the negative effects of sleep disorders, and you may already know that people with sleep apnea… Read more »
Livonia Dentist Discusses Link Between Periodontal Disease and Arthritis
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and University Hospitals of Cleveland reported that patients reduced arthritic pain and the number of swollen joints after treating their dental problems. “It was exciting to find that if we eliminated the infection and inflammation in the gums, then patients with a severe kind of… Read more »
Proper Oral Care for Dementia Patients
Caring for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s can prove challenging. Patients often resist care oral health because they feel threatened. Caring for their oral health can be easier thanks to a group of nurses at Penn State School of Nursing. The nurses developed a plan, Managing Oral Hygiene Using Threat Reduction, to assist caregivers in… Read more »
Stroke Susceptibility Affected by Sleep Apnea
According to a recent study conducted at Yale University School of Medicine, people with sleep apnea are more likely to suffer strokes and die in their sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway becomes blocked by soft tissue in the mouth or throat. When the blockage restricts oxygen, bloodflow to the brain decreases… Read more »
Small Steps Lead to Huge Success
Research shows that maintaining proper diet and exercise can increase your overall well-being and life expectancy. Dentists encourage their patients to eat a healthy diet, not only to prevent cavities and gum disease, but also to promote good overall health. Studies show good oral health contributes to good overall health. While the road to better… Read more »