Airway Health and Sleep Apnea

The cornerstone of a productive day is a restful, restorative night of sleep. This can be difficult if you are struggling with sleep apnea and find yourself relying on very bulky, uncomfortable equipment like CPAP machines to assist you in getting a good night’s rest. But that doesn’t have to be the case! Many dentists,…

There’s no doubt that a good day begins with a great night’s rest, especially when we are still growing. For most children, a set sleep schedule is enough to promote positive, restorative rest; scheduled naps, a regular bedtime, and, of course, healthy habits like teeth brushing before bed. Unfortunately, as so many tired parents can…

When we hear the term “tongue-tied”, many of us may recall a personal experience where we accidentally stumbled over a word or struggled to recall a phrase. Unfortunately, there are many people who have to deal with a medical condition that literally restricts their tongue’s movement and causes difficulty speaking. Who can have a tongue-tie…

Many people are lucky to only snore when they get congested. For others, snoring is just a part of life. And for the unlucky, the act of “sawing logs” is so loud their partners have started complaining! But for millions of Americans, loud snoring can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea. Snoring: More Than…

Do we need to describe what it is like to slog through the day after a bad night’s rest? We’ve all been there; the grogginess, the aches, and a desperate hope that caffeine can carry us through the day. For some of us, there is a single culprit to blame for the restless nights: sleep…

Imagine waking up to a glorious morning, only to be greeted by an unwelcome guest: jaw pain. This sensation might be accompanied by difficulty in opening your mouth, clicking sounds, or even headaches. The culprit behind these symptoms is often the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which acts as a hinge connecting your jaw to the skull.…

There are few universal experiences that are as relatable as a bad headache or migraine. You know the kind of headache we’re talking about; one that turns a fantastic, fun day into a miserable experience where even the slightest sensory stimulation creates a range of pain in your skull. Migraines can even be more debilitating.…