Whether you suspect you may have sleep apnea and are just beginning to do your research, or you are already scheduled for a sleep study but don’t know what to expect, there are things you can do to make your sleep study go easier and be more accurate. Here is a list of just a …
When it comes to our medical care, we often must rely on others to make sure we get the best care possible. From doctors to medications and medical devices, there must be trust in place in order for treatment to be successful. Thankfully, there are organizations like the FDA to monitor treatments for both efficacy …
Our teeth are sometimes known as our “pearly whites,” but how do they get that gleaming white hue? It’s from something called tooth enamel – the outer coating of our teeth. Enamel is a porous substance, so sometimes it can be less than white if stained by foods or smoking. Thankfully by brushing our teeth …
With 34.2 million people suffering from the disease known as diabetes, it’s safe to say this disease is a public health crisis. To put that number in perspective, it’s slightly over one in ten people, with an estimated one in three people qualifying as prediabetic. While diabetes can be caused by obesity and a poor …
If you suffer from sleep apnea, you’ve likely already discussed with your doctor the dangers of this serious medical condition. Sleep apnea can not only cause a poor night’s sleep- it can cause many other medical problems like depression, weight gain, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease, and even stroke. A new study by the …
When it comes to our kids’ oral health, many parents are diligent and watch their children’s oral hygiene habits like a hawk. From help with brushing and flossing to regular dental appointments for routine cleanings, x-rays, and exams, parents today are on their A game, so to speak. But what happens when those kids get …
Migraine headaches are a real pain. Not only do they cause head pain, that pain can radiate throughout the head and neck, and can cause nausea, dizziness, aura, and many other debilitating symptoms. Unfortunately, while diagnosing migraines solves one mystery, figuring out what causes them can be an even more difficult feat. Doctors believe that …
You’ve just gotten a diagnosis of sleep apnea. Now what? While it may be a relief to finally get some answers regarding what’s been causing your snoring, restless nights, daytime lethargy, and maybe even depression, there are still many questions to be answered when it comes to what comes next with sleep apnea. Here are …
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