Archive for the ‘Sleep Apnea’ Category

How Important is Sleep to Your Child’s Health?

Wednesday, August 15th, 2012

Sleep deprivation in children, sleep apnea in childrenI know you are thinking, what does orthodontics have to do with sleep?

We hope to educate our parents and patients about overall health and how it relates to growth and development of your teeth and jaws.

There is mounting evidence that indicates that sleep has beneficial effects on learning, memory, attention, emotional regulation and academic success.  Conversely, fatigue and insufficient sleep can negatively affect academic performance and attention which are all necessary for success in school and at work. (more…)

Snoring: What It Really Is And How It Can Be Lethal

Monday, January 18th, 2010

According to the National Sleep Foundation, some form of snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs in over 90 million Americans.

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The Real Scoop on Anti-Snoring Appliances

Monday, January 18th, 2010

One of the areas of medicine that works closely in conjunction with dentistry is the field of Sleep Medicine.

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