Obstructive sleep apnea is a chronic condition that makes the sufferer stop breathing for 10 or more seconds at regular intervals during sleep. When airways are blocked, the temporary oxygen deprivation can cause potentially dangerous physiological changes. Sleep apnea sufferers wake up tired, unrefreshed, and with an aching head. This chronic exhaustion and malaise have…
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Odd Reasons You Might Want to See Your Dentist: Mouth Guards and Snoring
Are you zoning out or daydreaming at work? Having trouble concentrating? Are you waking up frequently during the night? Do you often get sleepy, or even fall asleep when you shouldn’t? A sleep specialist is the number one person you may think of going to for help, but your dentist could be the one you…