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World Sleep Day is March 19
World Sleep Day is celebrated every year on the Friday before the northern hemisphere vernal equinox. It is an annual event established in 2008 by the World Sleep Society, formerly […]
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Sleep Apnea and Dental Sleep Medicine
Sleep Apnea is a dangerous, although common, condition suffered by over 22 million people. It can be a debilitating condition, requiring medical intervention in order to prevent further health risks. […]
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Sleep Apnea – Your Questions Answered
Discovering you have sleep apnea can be full of so many unknowns, especially with how to treat this deadly disease. Having a condition that occurs while you are sleeping and […]
Continue ReadingHow to Choose a Dentist
When seeking dental care for a particular oral concern, it’s not uncommon to receive a different opinion from one dentist to the next regarding the proper course of action. But […]
Continue ReadingConnection Between Bedwetting & Sleep-Disordered Breathing
A period of occasional bedwetting is something virtually all children go through at some point in time. While many grow out of this stage as they develop improved bladder control, […]
Continue ReadingLink Between ADD/ADHD Symptoms and Sleep Airway Issues
Attention deficit disorder—be it ADD or ADHD—is a diagnosis we hear all too often this day and age. But is every case being diagnosed correctly? What if certain symptoms that […]
Continue ReadingMelina Completes Advanced Myofunctional Therapy Training
We are thrilled to announce that Melina, our Registered Dental Hygienist, recently completed advanced training to become a Myofunctional Therapist at Gorman Health and Wellness! With the aim of correctly […]
Continue ReadingWhat is a Functional Frenectomy?
A functional frenectomy is a procedure designed to alleviate tension caused by the frenum, which are muscular attachment strips in the mouth. These segments of tissue connect the lips to […]
Continue ReadingHow Do I Know If I Have Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a potentially serious breathing disorder that occurs during sleep, often making it difficult for individuals to gauge whether they are affected by the condition. As […]
Continue ReadingThe Migraine and Sleep Disorder Connection
Migraine headaches and sleep disorders are common in the general population and often coexist in the same patient. Stress is recognized as one of the principal factors for headache and […]
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