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Is Sleep Apnea Hereditary?
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 03/25/2022 - 09:00
Patients at TMJ & Airway Associates who are parents often worry whether they can pass sleep apnea on to their children. This concern is understandable: though modern treatments make sleep apnea manageable for most, parents want their children to be as healthy and rested as possible. In this blog, Dr. Ivan Stein and Dr. Allan…
The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Diabetes
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 02/23/2022 - 09:00
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body has difficulty regulating glucose and excess sugar circulates in the bloodstream. It happens because the pancreas is unable to produce sufficient insulin, and cells become resistant to insulin. At first glance, this disorder may seem far out of the scope for TMJ & Airway…
How to Explain Sleep Apnea to Your Child
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 01/24/2022 - 09:00
Like any health condition, sleep apnea can be a difficult concept for children to comprehend. Dr. Ivan Stein and Dr. Allan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates have devoted their careers to helping patients and their families to understand and manage this common but serious sleep disorder. To communicate more effectively with children about your…
Signs Your CPAP Machine Isn’t Working
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sat 12/25/2021 - 09:00
When a CPAP machine starts failing, the machine might make odd noises or otherwise indicate something is wrong within. Most of the time, it is not hard to tell the CPAP machine isn’t working because sleep apnea recurs. Dr. Ivan Stein and Dr. Allan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates discuss how to tell when…
Alcohol and Sleep Apnea: What to Know
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 11/25/2021 - 09:00
Let’s put to rest the myth that drinking alcohol can help people fall asleep. Alcohol is a depressant, and while it induces drowsiness, the sleep is usually short-term and of poor quality. Using alcohol to help fall asleep also causes fatigue the following day. For those with sleep apnea, drinking alcohol before going to bed…
What to Do About Your Partner’s Snoring
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 10/26/2021 - 09:00
Excessive snoring can wreak havoc on a relationship. Many people may not realize that their partner’s snoring issues are more than an annoyance. Loud, constant snoring is a major sign of sleep apnea, a potentially fatal health problem. Drs. Ivan and Allan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates explain what you can do about your…
Is Your CPAP Machine Making You Sick?
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sun 09/26/2021 - 09:00
Are you using a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine to treat your sleep apnea? Are you aware of the risks and possible side effects that come with using a CPAP machine? In this post, Dr. Ivan Stein and Dr. Allen Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates discuss the various ways your CPAP machine may…
Does Smoking Cause or Worsen Sleep Apnea?
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 08/27/2021 - 09:00
Everyone knows that smoking is bad for your health. But have you ever wondered if smoking causes or worsens sleep apnea? At TMJ & Airway Associates, Dr. Ivan Stein and Dr. Allen Stein feel strongly about educating patients about what can impact sleep apnea. Here, the doctors discuss how smoking impacts sleep apnea. The Association…
How to Take Care of Your Sleep Apnea Oral Appliance
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 07/28/2021 - 09:00
If you have a sleep apnea oral appliance, you are probably wondering how you should take care of the appliance. Drs. Ivan and Allen Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates are your resources for sleep apnea oral appliance care. Read on as they share care and cleaning tips to keep your oral appliance in top…
What To Do If You Can’t Sleep
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 05/18/2021 - 09:00
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…
