The importance of sleep is often underrated. People commonly trade hours of sleep to find out what will happen in the next episode of their latest Netflix binge or to have just one more drink with friends. For many, trading a few hours of sleep here and there isn’t a big deal, but for [...]
Temporomandibular joint disorders (called TMJ or TMD) are common. Nearly a third of all adults experience them at some time. While most cases of TMJ resolve on their own without professional treatment, if your TMJ is persistent or recurring, you should seek treatment. Here are five great reasons why you {{{{link id='52235' [...]
Getting a good night of sleep is just as important to your overall health as regular exercise and eating healthy food. If you don’t sleep well, it can impact your overall health and impact your quality of life. It can also disrupt your daily mood, your career, your relationships, and even cause [...]
Sleep apnea is currently one of the largest health problems in the US. Currently, it’s estimated that 22 million Americans have sleep apnea, but only 20% of these cases are diagnosed. Of those with a diagnosis, not all of them use treatment as instructed by their physicians. The National Commission on Sleep Disorders [...]
If you have a sleep apnea diagnosis, you’ve likely been instructed to wear an oral appliance every night or use CPAP to treat your condition. While this is a good start, making a few diet and lifestyle changes can benefit your condition even more. At Kuhn Dental Associates, we can help you [...]
