Are you the family member that no one wants to share a room with because of your loud snoring? While snoring is often discussed in a light-hearted manner, it can also be a symptom of a sleep apnea – a sleep condition that is quite serious. Left untreated sleep apnea can affect your health, leaving…
Most people associate the dentist with their mouth, not their sleep. However, your oral health and your sleeping habits can go hand in hand. Not only do certain sleep habits (like open mouth breathing and teeth grinding) threaten the health and strength of your smile, but there is also a certain sleep condition that can…
What is Sleep Apnea? According to Mayo Clinic, sleep apnea is defined as “a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.” Throughout the night, sleep apnea can cause loud snoring and frequent episodes of waking up and gasping for air. Sufferers may experience daytime symptoms ranging from fatigue and poor concentration…
