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Can Sleep Apnea Cause Blindness?

March 11, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: — drwest @ 4:44 am

Man covering eyes with handsSleep apnea is a disorder that causes frequent interruptions in breathing throughout the night. The most common cause is an obstruction in the upper airway, usually caused by the tongue or soft tissues in the back of the mouth collapsing. Without any treatment, it can lead to several physical and mental health concerns. Besides an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, depression, and sleep deprivation, new research has found a link to blindness. 

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6 Home Remedies for TMD Pain

March 7, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — drwest @ 8:24 pm

Woman with hand on face from jaw painYour temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your lower jaw to your skull on either side of your face. You probably didn’t think about the joint very often, that is, until it no longer works as it should. Clicking, popping, or grating can make it painful to perform simple tasks, like eating and yawning. You may have a TMJ disorder. You don’t have to let jaw pain control your life. Here are 6 ways to get TMD relief at home.

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