Is Your Child’s Breathing Affecting Their Health?

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If your child experiences frequent ear infections, allergies, sinus issues, or even acid reflux, it may be more than a passing concern. Many of these symptoms can actually be connected to how your child breathes. Breathing through the mouth or snoring at night can signal an obstructed airway, which is often linked to developmental issues with the airway or facial structure. Keep reading to learn more about how airway-focused orthodontics could help.

Did You Know We Treat Sleep Apnea?

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If you snore or wake up with a dry mouth, sore throat, or headache, you may have sleep apnea. Maybe it’s not you but your partner who is exhibiting these symptoms. In either case, sleep apnea is a serious health threat that requires treatment. Otherwise, it can lead to even more serious problems, some of which are life threatening. Luckily, we have a device that helps us diagnose sleep apnea and make treatment recommendations. Keep reading to find out more.

Do You Suffer From Sleep Apnea?

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Have you been told that you frequently snore at night, or do you often wake up in the morning still exhausted, even though you slept all night? If so, you may be experiencing symptoms of a common condition known as sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a serious condition in which a person stops breathing multiple times throughout the night. It occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat relax during sleep, blocking the airway and restricting your breathing. When you stop breathing, your brain is alert, causing you to wake. The waking periods are so short that you are unaware that you are not sleeping.

Facts About TMD

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Do you often experience discomfort in your cheeks or jaw? Do you have difficulty opening your mouth wide or chewing certain foods? Or do you frequently wake up with unexplained headaches? It is not uncommon to experience any of these problems from time to time. However, if you notice these problems regularly or experience more than one of these issues, there is a chance you are suffering from a common condition known as TMD. Read on to learn more about TMD and the importance of receiving treatment when diagnosed.