Millions of people suffer from regular headaches and/or migraines. These problems can have a host of different triggers, but one cause of head pain that many people aren’t aware of is temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Let’s talk more about the connection between TMD and headaches and then discuss how TMJ treatment in Summerlin may be able to relieve your pain and help you get back to enjoying your life to the full.
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Could TMJ Treatment in Summerlin Relieve Your Migraines?
May 25, 2018
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If You Have These Symptoms, You May Need TMJ Treatment in Summerlin
May 8, 2018
You might not give a lot of thought to your jaw. After all, it’s always there for you when you speak or eat, and you never have to give it special attention — until it starts hurting. Jaw pain is a common symptom of TMJ disorder, a condition that affects countless people across the United States and across the world. Let’s talk more about this painful affliction and how you can tell if you need professional TMJ treatment in Summerlin.
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Do I Really Need Sleep Apnea Therapy in Las Vegas?
April 30, 2018
When your partner sleeps, does it seem like they just can’t stop snoring? Not only has it become annoying, but it’s starting to cause concern. Could your partner’s snoring be a symptom of a larger health issue?
The answer is yes! One of the most common signs of obstructive sleep apnea is snoring throughout the night. If you notice this symptom (among the others we will be discussing in this blog post), you should contact your local dentist for sleep apnea therapy in Las Vegas right away! Continue reading to learn more.
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Stop the Pain with TMJ Therapy in Summerlin
April 12, 2018
Temporomandibular joint disorder—usually called TMJ or TMD, affects the joints that link your lower or mandibular jaw to the temporal bone of the skull. Want to know where these joints are? Place your fingertips on both sides of your face just in front of your ears. Now open and close your mouth a couple of times and you’ll feel these joints at work. When functioning properly, the temporomandibular joints allow you to open and close easily, so you can speak, eat, laugh and yawn. If there is a malfunction, however, this simple movement can be quite painful. Unfortunately, some people are more at risk for TMJ than others. Let’s take a look at the risk factors and how TMJ therapy in Summerlin can help.
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Constant Snoring? Seek Sleep Apnea Treatment in Las Vegas!
February 27, 2018
Are you a chronic snorer? Do you frequently get up for work in the morning feeling even more tired than when you originally laid down for bed? Given that around 22 million people in the United States are suffering from obstructive sleep apnea—both adults and children alike—the chances are extremely high that your snoring could be because of sleep apnea.
As quickly mentioned above, snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, but it can be easily addressed with effective sleep apnea treatment in Las Vegas. Learn more in this week’s blog post.
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Sleep Apnea Treatment in Las Vegas May Help Acid Reflux!
January 25, 2018
Do you often wake up in the morning feeling exhausted—to wake up feeling the same way? If so, then you may not be getting the sleep your body truly needs to recuperate overnight. In fact, you might just have a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea. Thankfully, your dentist offers sleep apnea treatment in Las Vegas—and it might just be able to help you treat other health conditions as well!
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Learn All About Types of Sleep Apnea Therapy in Las Vegas
December 25, 2017
Do you frequently wake up in the morning with headaches? Maybe you suffer from chronic fatigue, or have difficulty concentrating or focusing throughout the day? You may be suffering from a sleep disorder known as sleep apnea!
But there isn’t just one type of sleep apnea that you need to be aware of—there are actually two main types of sleep apnea that your dentist is more than willing to share with you. This way, you can receive the appropriate sleep apnea therapy in Las Vegas. Learn more about obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea in this week’s blog post.
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Medicare & Dental Sleep Medicine
November 29, 2017
Sleep apnea is the cessation of breathing for ten or more seconds at a time during sleep, and while anyone can suffer from this sleep disorder, it is more common for patients over the age of 60. That means it’s very important that your treatment option is covered by Medicare. If you are one of the thousands of US adults over 60 with sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy may be a great option for you, and most dental sleep medicine is covered by Medicare and other insurance providers.
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4 Things Parents Need to Know About Childhood Sleep Apnea
October 8, 2017
Sleep apnea is the cessation of breathing for ten or more seconds at a time during sleep, and while most patients are only diagnosed with this sleep disorders as adults, children are actually prone to this condition as well. According to the results of the Tucson Children’s Assessment of Sleep Apnea (TuCASA), many young people suffer from undiagnosed sleep apnea. Even more alarming, many of these children, below the age of five, have behavioral, cognitive, and developmental concerns associated with sleep apnea.
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When Is It Time to Visit a Sleep Center in Las Vegas?
September 5, 2017
Do you often wake feeling tired despite sleeping all night? Maybe your spouse is constantly poking you at night because you snore loudly? If this sounds familiar, it may be time to visit a doctor at your local sleep center in Las Vegas to be evaluated for sleep apnea. This is a sleep disorder that affects roughly 5 to 20% of the adult population; however, it is estimated that as much as one-third of those with the condition remain undiagnosed. To protect your overall health and quality of life, it is important to seek treatment right away.
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