Did you know that our jaws are responsible for more than just eating, speaking, swallowing, or expressing emotions? Yes, we tend to take them for granted, which is why we fail to realize that jaw misalignment can indeed trigger various problems. It can especially affect a child’s sleeping patterns, which are reflected in their concentration
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Trench mouth is an advanced and serious case of gingivitis with symptoms like bleeding gums and ulcers in between teeth and gums. If untreated, it can destroy gum tissue and spread to nearby tissues. Trench mouth is also known as Vincent stomatitis, necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis, and acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis. It is an uncommon condition
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Sleep is essential for our health as it restores our energy, making us feel rested and rejuvenated. Fewer hours of sleep can also lead to increased fatigue and daytime drowsiness. This can be dangerous if you engage in activities that require alertness. Sleep apnea is alarming since severe cases are linked to higher mortality rates.
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Suffering from sleep apnea means you stop breathing intermittently throughout the night. The more severe the sleep apnea, the more frequently your breathing will stop. And the longer you have sleep apnea, the more serious it gets. By age 50, your heart attack, stroke, and death risk dramatically increase. Inspire therapy offers an alternative treatment
read moreBreathing can stop for more than ten seconds without you noticing. It’s a common ailment affecting all age groups, including newborns and adults. Untreated sleep apnea may force people to wake up or feel tired during the day. The most severe cases could result in dangerous conditions and even death. Sleep apnea affects roughly
read moreIn the past, sleep apnea could only be diagnosed by spending the night at a sleep center and being hooked up to different monitoring devices. But technological changes have made it possible to test for sleep apnea at home. This makes it much easier and more convenient to get a diagnosis. Right now, you
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Yes, you read it right! Whether you know it or not, your posture does have a direct effect on your jaw alignment. The wrong posture can significantly affect temporomandibular joint (TMJ) health. Read on to learn about the effects of your posture on TMJ. Call Our Office Today at (480) 539-7979 How posture affects your
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Did you know that sleep apnea is no longer limited to just adults? Even children can get affected by it. It’s why you need to learn to recognize the signs and get them diagnosed and treated appropriately. If this is new and new to you, read on to learn more. Call Our Office Today at
read moreActivities like smiling, chewing, and talking are easy facial movements practically everyone does daily. While comfortable for most, these simple movements can be painful to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) sufferers. TMJ symptoms generally resolve in a few weeks to months. However, some behaviors and habits which strain the jaw and neck muscles can also aggravate
read moreSo many people suffer from sleep apnea, some know about it, and others do not. However, as it’s a severe medical condition that can increase fatal health issues, apnea sufferers shouldn’t take it lightly. Here are the most common essential things people with sleep apnea need to know to get a good night’s sleep. Call
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