True North Dental Sleep

10/23/2023

Why would a young person have sleep apnea?
There are differences between pediatric obstructive sleep apnea and adult sleep apnea. While adults usually have daytime sleepiness, children are more likely to have behavioral problems. The cause in adults is often obesity, while in children it's often larger than usual adenoids and tonsils.

10/20/2023

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10/16/2023

What is Melatonin?
Melatonin is a sleep-regulating hormone produced by the pineal gland in our brains. It plays a significant role in organizing our circadian rhythms, the 24-hour sleep-wake cycles that govern when we wake up, feel alert, feel tired, and sleep.

A wide range of factors can suppress melatonin production, particularly night-time exposure to light but also aging and some diseases. Since low melatonin levels can cause sleep disturbances, many people take supplemental melatonin in pill form. It is the fourth most popular natural supplement.

Melatonin is most often recommended for people with circadian rhythm conditions like delayed sleep-wake phase disorder or whose circadian rhythms are compromised by jet lag. It is also used for some sleep disorders in children. Some people also find melatonin helps with shift work-related sleep disturbances or insomnia, but the research is divided in terms of how effective it is for these problems.

10/09/2023

What causes sleep apnea besides being overweight?
Hypothyroidism, growth hormone abnormalities, allergies, and a deviated septum are examples of medical disorders that are related to increased risk of OSA. A slim, smaller frame and a narrower airway may raise the risk of OSA. Smoking, alcohol, or gastric reflux can cause edema in the larynx, leading to OSA.

09/28/2023

Sleep Tip: Relax for 30 Minutes Before Bed
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It is much easier to fall asleep if you are at ease. Quiet reading, low-impact stretching, listening to soothing music, and relaxation exercises are examples of ways to get into the right frame of mind for sleep. Focus on trying to relax.

09/25/2023

Benefits of oral appliance sleep apnea treatment #1: They are comfortable – Since an oral appliance fits like a retainer, it’s more comfortable and easier to wear than a CPAP mask that’s connected to a machine - especially for those who change positions during sleep.

09/20/2023

Untreated sleep apnea can lead to diabetes, stroke, heart disease and memory loss:

Sleep apnea may hasten memory declines, leading to earlier diagnoses of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s, suggests a study out Thursday.

09/15/2023

Dr. Gerner explains the dental solution for Sleep Apnea.

True North Dental Sleep Center provides patient screening and treatment for sleep apnea

09/13/2023

Sleep Apnea is a chronic condition that involves an interruption of breathing during sleep. Click to learn more.

09/11/2023

09/05/2023

At True North Dental Sleep Center, we will bill your insurance for you. Learn more: https://truenorthdentalsleep.com/Dental-Alternative.asp

09/01/2023

Have a restful Labor Day weekend!