Your sleep apnea dental appliance (snoring mouthpiece) is now part of your nighttime routine. You put it on before you go to bed and take it off in the morning. What happens when it’s not in your mouth though? What can you do to keep it clean? This guide explains how to clean a snoring…
Sleep apnea doesn’t just make you snore at night. It can affect other areas of your life as well. The quality of sleep you get plays a big role in your emotional stability, which is why it is so important to get sleep apnea treatment as quickly as possible. Here we will explore the link…
The way you store your toothbrush is just as important as how you use your toothbrush. Certain environments encourage bacteria growth, which means that your toothbrush could get dirty before it ever enters your mouth. So, where should you store your toothbrush? Let’s find out… Open Air Your toothbrush needs space to breathe. It should…
Why should I get TMJ treatment? Will it really make that much of a difference? At our TMJ treatment center in Michigan, we have helped countless patients get pain relief from TMJ disorder. There are a number of benefits to look forward to, and some of them may be a little surprising. Here is a…
People don’t always notice when they have sleep apnea. In fact, oftentimes it is the spouse that first notices irregular sleep patterns at night. Snoring is the most well-known (and annoying) sign of sleep apnea, but it is far from the only one. Here are some signs your spouse may have sleep apnea so you…
Summer is the perfect time to take a dip in the pool. Whether you’re swimming in a public pool or you have one in your backyard, you need to be aware of the effects chlorine has on teeth. The amount of chlorine in drinking water is not enough to harm your enamel, but swimming pool…
“I lost one of my invisible braces aligners! Now what?” Before you panic about losing an aligner, understand that this is fairly normal. There are steps you can take to ensure your teeth stay on the right track. Here are some tips for what to do when you lose a clear aligner. Go Back, Go…
Your body needs sleep to heal, grow, rebuild and prepare for the upcoming day. If you have sleep apnea though, your body may not be getting the rest it needs. That’s why you feel tired all the time, because you’re never able to achieve a solid sleep cycle. With sleep apnea treatment from our Michigan…
What happens when part of your braces comes loose or undone? Metal braces have many parts. Most of the time, those parts stay exactly where they need to be. However, there may come a time when a bracket, wire, band or other component gets out of place. This guide will show you what to do…
Do you drink coffee all throughout the day just to stay awake? Do you feel like you need caffeine in order to stay focused and productive? This may be more than just an addiction to caffeine. It could be a warning sign of sleep apnea. What Does Caffeine Have To Do With Sleep Apnea? People…
