It is estimated that more than 18 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea and 45 million from craniofacial pain. Both sleep apnea and craniofacial pain have been proven to [...]
A recent study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) revealed a significant link between obstructive sleep apnea and an increased risk of long COVID in adults. The [...]
Research has unveiled a noteworthy connection between sleep apnea and overactive bladder. While these are two seemingly distinct health issues, both conditions share a disruptive element: The necessity to [...]
Both sleep apnea and craniofacial pain have been proven to need the expertise of a dentist to help in the screening process. Let’s change our patients’ perceptions on dental [...]
Last year, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released its final recommendation statement on screening for obstructive sleep apnea in asymptomatic patients 18 years or older. Consistent with [...]
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when a person's breathing is repeatedly interrupted during sleep, leading to poor quality rest and [...]
Sleep apnea, a common and potentially life-threatening sleep disorder, affects millions of people worldwide. While it is often associated with medical professionals, dentists can play a crucial role in [...]
As dentists, we are aware that our patients need a good night’s rest because sleep is imperative to function correctly each day. But when our patients struggle with temporomandibular [...]
Dentists are often thought of as professionals who are solely responsible for the care of our teeth and gums. However, dentistry is much more than just that. Dentists can [...]
Ignoring sleep apnea or snoring can lead to the worsening of symptoms. That is why it is important for patients to make treatment a top priority in order to [...]
