Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 10/01/2026
Snoring is often treated like a harmless nighttime quirk. Families joke about it, partners buy earplugs, and many people assume being a loud sleeper is simply part of who they are. While occasional snoring can happen for relatively ordinary reasons, persistent snoring may tell a different story. When it appears alongside breathing pauses, gasping, daytime…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 08/20/2026
Sleep problems do not always announce themselves with a sleepless night. You may fall asleep quickly, stay in bed for seven or eight hours, and still spend the next day fighting the urge to doze off. That disconnect between time asleep and quality of sleep is one reason excessive daytime sleepiness deserves attention. The Epworth…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 05/18/2021
Few things are as frustrating as feeling wide awake when all you want to do is fall asleep. You may discover that the more you want to sleep, the more you toss and turn. Luckily, Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates has a few tips for the next time you find yourself in…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 06/18/2020
Could something as simple as a blanket help the 50 to 70 million adults who are suffering to get a good night’s rest? The masterminds behind weighted blankets think so. Weighted blankets look like normal blankets, but are filled with glass or plastic beads that add anywhere from 5 to 30 pounds to the heaviness…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sun 04/19/2020
Do you hit the snooze button on your alarm each morning? Those extra minutes of sleep may seem precious at the time, but the long-term effects can disturb your sleep pattern. West Orange sleep specialist Dr. Ivan Stein discusses why it is better for your health to get rid an alarm with a snooze button…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 10/22/2019
According to the results of a survey conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, more than three-fourths of individuals surveyed reported that they have a good night’s sleep at least a few nights a week. Most individuals said they sleep an average of six hours and 44 minutes on work nights, and approximately seven and a…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sun 09/22/2019
Sleep is essential for a child’s development, and parents can make a difference by establishing rules around bedtime and electronic device usage. This is according to a poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation. West Orange sleep specialist Dr. Ivan Stein discusses some of the findings in this blog post.
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sun 06/23/2019
Sleep trackers are devices used to collect information about people’s nightly sleep patterns, the goal of which is to help people learn more about their sleep behavior so they can get a better night’s rest. But how effective are sleep trackers? Does the information they gather really help people to improve the quality of their…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 03/25/2019
Sleep is essential for success at the workplace. If you have recently started a new job or started a new shift that is forcing you to wake up earlier or later than before, it’s time to adjust your sleep schedule. West Orange dentist Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates shares the following tips…
Written by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sat 02/23/2019
By now you are aware that exercise is important for a good night’s rest. Research shows that working out can improve overall quality of sleep, as well as help improve symptoms of certain sleep disorders, including insomnia and sleep apnea. Here’s one thing that you may not be aware of: the time of day you…
