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CPAP Alternatives for Managing Sleep Apnea

CPAP Alternatives for Managing Sleep Apnea

Currently, the CPAP machine is the most common management option for individuals with sleep apnea. It’s not a perfect solution, however, as these machines are loud and uncomfortable. For individuals who struggle to adjust to CPAP usage, let’s take a look at three CPAP...

Nasal Breathing VS Mouth Breathing

Nasal Breathing VS Mouth Breathing

Human beings can either breathe through their noses or mouths (sometimes a bit of both). While both nasal and oral breathing performs the basic task of getting air into your lungs, each breathing type is not created equal. There are important distinctions between...

4 Conditions Related to Sleep Apnea

4 Conditions Related to Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea can be a difficult condition to manage on its own, but there are several additional conditions that relate to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Let’s explore four conditions that may accompany OSA. Hypertension Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is linked to high...

How Does Teeth Grinding Affect Sleep?

How Does Teeth Grinding Affect Sleep?

Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is a condition that causes an individual to clench, grind, or gnash his or her teeth together. Usually, this occurs during sleep, but some individuals with bruxism may find themselves clenching or grinding their teeth during...

Dentistry and Brain Fog

Brain fog is a term that has been popularized within the sleep and wellness community. It is cited commonly as being a condition resulting from sleep and airway disorders. What is Brain Fog? First, what is it not? It is not a specific medical disease or condition....