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Bedtime Routine Ideas for a Better Night’s Sleep
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 11/24/2015 - 09:00
As children, our bedtime routines are often as simple as counting sheep to fall asleep. But with age, certain sounds or distractions can start to affect our sleep. If you are having trouble falling and staying asleep at night, Dr. Ivan Stein and the team at TMJ & Airway Associates suggest incorporating a solid bedtime…
The Most Common Signs of Sleep Deprivation
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 10/27/2015 - 09:00
Whether you’ve stayed up late every so often to finish up a work project or you have recurrent problems sleeping because of sleep apnea or another condition causing insomnia, you may be in sleep debt. To find out if you are displaying the more serious signs of sleep deprivation, read on. You’re Hungry More Often…
Healthy Sleeping Habits
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 09/28/2015 - 09:00
Getting adequate sleep during the night can be difficult whether or not you suffer from sleep apnea. If you find it hard to fall — or stay — asleep at night, Dr. Ivan F. Stein and his team of sleep experts at TMJ & Airway Associates are here to help with a list of…
The Importance of Weight Loss in Treating Sleep Apnea
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 08/28/2015 - 09:00
Approximately 70 percent of people who have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are overweight or obese. If you are overweight and are experiencing sleep apnea symptoms, losing just 10 percent of your body weight could lead to a significant decline in, and possibly an elimination of, these symptoms. In this blog post, the sleep apnea experts…
How Sleep Apnea Affects Your Health
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 07/22/2015 - 09:41
You may have heard that sleep apnea can lead to a higher risk of some health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes. Recent studies have even linked sleep apnea to an early decline in cognitive mental health. Below we review some other health risks associated with sleep apnea that may surprise you. Additional…
Study Ties Sleep Apnea to Earlier Mental Decline
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 05/22/2015 - 10:19
You may have heard that sleep apnea leads to an increased risk of certain health conditions, including stroke, heart attack, high blood pressure and diabetes. However, did you know that it can also lead to diminished mental function? In a recent study, researchers found a correlation between sleep apnea and early cognitive mental decline. What…
Children and Snoring
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 05/06/2015 - 16:11
Some if not most children snore on occasion, and about 10 percent or more snore on most nights. Snoring is a noise that occurs during sleep when the child is breathing in and there is some obstruction of air passing through the back of the mouth. The opening and closing of the air passage causes…
Find the Healthiest Sleep Position
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 04/23/2015 - 13:35
Did you know that your sleep position could affect aspects of your health and appearance? Certain common sleep positions are known for causing body aches and pains and contributing to wrinkles and breast sagginess. What’s more — certain sleep positions can make snoring (fromobstructive sleep apnea) worse. Here, Dr. Ivan F. Stein and the TMJ…
Study Suggests Link between Fatty Liver and Sleep Apnea
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 03/31/2015 - 09:11
New research has surfaced showing a possible connection betweenobstructive sleep apnea and fatty liver disease, both of which affect tens of millions of Americans yet often go undiagnosed. Here, the team at TMJ & Airway Associates explains the findings and what they could mean for your health. What the New Research Revealed Last year, the…
How Sleep Apnea Affects Your Sleep Cycle
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 02/17/2015 - 11:20
Have you ever wondered what happens after your head hits the pillow every night? Normally, your body enters a specific sleep cycle, which is essential for maintaining a strong memory, restoring physical energy and other physiological functions. You need deep, restorative sleep for your mental and physical health. However, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition…
