Category: Sleep Apnea

Sleep Apnea Refresher Course

Have you been a loud snorer for quite some time? Has anyone ever told you that you make choking sounds throughout the night? If either of these rings true, it is certainly time you speak with us about sleep apnea. The not-so-wonderful news is that this sleep disorder is quite disruptive and can lead to… Read more »

Sleep Apnea’s Somber Effects

Your loud snoring may often cause you to become the subject of jokes. However, when excessive snoring is the symptom of sleep apnea, the reality is no laughing matter. If you have been diagnosed with or think you may suffer from this problem, we encourage you to consider the wide variety of ways symptoms may… Read more »

Importance of Sleep for Happy Students

in American culture don’t only befall the middle-aged and older. Many young people find themselves dealing with sleep issues and conditions. Poor sleep can affect an adult’s job performance, so the same can certainly be true of a child’s school performance, concentration, and grades. The way someone does throughout their education can potentially set them… Read more »

Don’t Snooze through this Sleep Apnea Quiz

Have you been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or do you suspect you might be in need of a sleep study to see if your breathing is stopping throughout the night? The Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group can improve your knowledge about sleep apnea and help you determine whether you should schedule a consultation for diagnosis… Read more »

On Halloween Night, No Sweets Before Bed

Halloween is just 10 days away, and you may be gearing up for a long trick-or-treating session with your kids. Not only are your kids likely to go on a massive sugar binge on October 31st, but parents have been known to take a little “candy tax” of their own. Bringing back fond memories of… Read more »

Is your Snoring Affecting your Marriage?

Most people have irritating habits. If you are married, you have probably annoyed your spouse a time or to, especially if that habit happens when you are sleeping. Many marriage partners struggle to sleep while their spouses happily snore away right next to them. Surprisingly, there can be a dental fix to the issue of… Read more »

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Help from Dentists

Have you ever been told that you snore so loudly that you wake up the whole neighborhood? Have you ever been in the middle of a meeting at work and felt so tired you could doze off then and there? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is most common amongst people who are overweight, and/or middle-aged (and… Read more »

Are Sleep Drugs Harmful to Sleep Apnea Patients?

If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, you are well aware of the hundreds of sleep arousals which result from temporary halts in your breathing. After such a fitful night of sleep, the sheer exhaustion from this condition might have you wondering if sleeping pills are the right answer for you. The thought of sleeping… Read more »

Corona Dentists Examine Yoga for Better Sleep

 Dentists care about their patient’s health – all aspects of it. Oral-systemic health and obstructive sleep apnea are both dental concerns. Sleep is an important element of overall health. Exercising vigorously before you go to sleep can be counter-productive. While exercising daily is a great tool to help with sound sleep, the time of day… Read more »