Sleep apnea and depression are two big health problems. They often happen together. About 20% of people with sleep apnea also have depression. If sleep apnea is not treated, it can make you 2.5 times more likely to get depression. And depression can make sleep apnea worse, which makes it hard to get better. The...
Are you tired of feeling exhausted every morning, despite spending hours in bed? If you're constantly battling fatigue, snoring heavily, and waking up frequently at night, you might be one of the many people suffering from sleep-disordered breathing (SDB)—a condition that disrupts the lives of over a billion individuals globally. SDB not only steals your...
Hey there, folks! Dr. Jamielynn Hanam-Jahr here, and today I want to talk about a topic that's near and dear to my heart: sleep apnea. As a dentist, I see firsthand how this condition can wreak havoc on people's lives, leaving them exhausted, irritable, and at risk for serious health problems down the road. But...
Why is dental sleep medicine important and why you should know? You know that feeling when you're completely exhausted, but just can't seem to fall asleep no matter what? Or maybe you conk out just fine, but then spend the whole night tossing, turning, and waking up in a puddle of sweat. Insomnia, sleep apnea,...
You know that feeling when you can't quite keep your eyes open and a big yawn tries to escape? Well, that was pretty much my life as a kid. I was the queen of mouth breathing and loud snoring. My poor parents! They must have wondered if I'd ever sleep through the night without sounding...
Is that uncomfortable feeling in your throat making swallowing a challenge again? I understand; swollen, painful tonsils are unpleasant. However, your tonsils might be sending you a crucial health message. Read on to discover what your body could be indicating and the hidden dangers of persistently swollen tonsils. That Annoying Scratchy Sensation Could Signal an...
Ever felt like chronic allergies were taking over your life? If you've ever battled a constant runny nose, non-stop sneezing, or those annoying teary eyes, you know the drill. But what many might not understand is that chronic allergies go beyond mere nasal symptoms—they can drastically affect your breathing as well. The Hidden Impact of...
Are you struggling finding the best CPAP alternative for sleep apnea? You’re not alone since millions of people struggle with it all around the world. However, you shouldn’t just ignore the health condition as it can create a major impact on the quality of your life. This is where you should look for sleep apnea...
Teeth grinding bruxism can turn nights into a real struggle. Picture this scenario: It's well past midnight. Exhaustion has seeped into your bones, but sleep remains just out of reach. As you hover on the edge of sleep, your teeth clamp tightly together. Your jaws press against each other, grinding your teeth in a relentless...
Bad sleep stinks! Take our "Do I Have Sleep Apnea Quiz" today! Waking up tired every morning can be puzzling. Especially when you thought you had a long night's sleep. This is where the question pops up, "Could it be sleep apnea?" Sleep apnea is a common condition, yet many of us know little about...