Center for Dental Sleep Medicine & TMJ Blog

When you go to bed at night and wake up in the morning, you probably don’t give much thought to the time in between. Sometimes you have dreams and sometimes you don’t. A night of sleep is made up of multiple different stages. If you have sleep apnea or another sleep disorder, you may not be reaching all the stages of sleep, and this can be detrimental to your health. Continue reading to learn about the different stages of sleep and why they are important.

Many people are self-conscious about signs of age showing on their faces, and BOTOX is an FDA-approved method for reducing facial wrinkles. A qualified professional can limit how much targeted facial muscles move by safely injecting a small amount of botulinum toxin into them, making them hold the skin tight so existing motion-related wrinkles do not show and new ones do not form. Here’s a quick overview of the potential side effects of BOTOX as well as a few tips for managing them and why this treatment is worth it in the long run.

When you’re pregnant, your body can experience many changes, both big and small. From weird cravings to stretch marks and hair loss, your body may look and feel a little different than you’re used to. 

Another change that some may experience is obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. OSA is a sleep disorder that occurs when your airway becomes obstructed during sleep, causing you to stop and restart breathing hundreds of times a night. This in turn diminishes your quality of sleep, leaving you feeling tired and sluggish throughout the day, even if you slept for a full eight hours.

Worse yet, OSA can pose many risks to you and your unborn baby. Here’s what you need to know about the dangers of sleep apnea during pregnancy.

TMJ disorder can cause quite a few problems in your everyday life, and one of the biggest is that the pain in your jaw can make eating quite uncomfortable. As such, it’s important to carefully consider your diet; some foods can make your TMJ problems worse while others will not. Here’s what you need to keep in mind when planning your meals while you’re managing your TMJ disorder.

A good night’s rest is important for your physical and mental health. Obstructive sleep apnea can affect your sleep quality, which can have serious consequences for your overall wellness. A CPAP or an oral appliance can help prevent breathing disruptions, but is there more you could do to manage sleep apnea? Yes. Research has found that certain essential oils can promote better sleep quality. Here are a few of the most recommended essential oils for sleep apnea sufferers.

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If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), it is important that you comply with your doctor’s instructions for treatment. For example, you may need to use a custom oral sleep appliance from a dentist. However, there might also be some things you can do on your own to reduce your symptoms. What are some effective home remedies for sleep apnea? Here are a few suggestions:

BOTOX is a common cosmetic procedure these days that’s often used to address wrinkles, laugh lines, and other aesthetic facial issues; more-or-less, it turns back the clock and helps patients to look and feel younger in the face! But did you know that this unique treatment has some other pretty incredible uses as well, including targeting TMJ disorder and related symptoms? Keep reading to learn more!

When you find out that you have a TMJ disorder, your natural response is to take whatever steps you can to put a stop to your pain. Obviously, this means seeking professional treatment that addresses the underlying cause of the disorder; however, it’s also important to make sure that you aren’t doing anything that could potentially make the problem worse. Below are 4 examples of what not to do if you are suffering from a TMJ disorder.

If you have ever pulled an all-nighter, then you know you can expect to feel groggy the next day. Why then do you sometimes feel drained even after a full night’s sleep? If you have sleep apnea, then scheduling the recommended 8-9 hours of sleep each night doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re getting quality rest.

Sleep apnea refers to a disorder that interrupts your breathing when you’re asleep. It’s imperative to experience all the different stages of sleep each night to wake up rested, but sleep apnea interrupts the sleep cycle. Continue reading to learn more about what happens at each stage in the sleep cycle and why it’s so important to address sleep apnea.

If you want to look as young as possible for as long as possible, you have probably at least considered the possibility of getting BOTOX. Still, you might hesitate after hearing some unpleasant things about the treatment. Should you believe the rumors? This blog post is designed to clear things up so you can make a well-informed decision about whether you want to move ahead with the injections. Do not believe these myths about BOTOX!