Sleep apnea is sort of a tricky subject in dentistry because it’s incredibly difficult for people to even realize they have it, and hard for those who have it to believe that it’s much of a problem at all. After all, if you can sleep through a health condition, how bad could it be?

It often isn’t until they get treated for their sleep apnea that they realize how much it has been affecting how they feel. In fact, addressing sleep apnea may actually increase your lifespan! Here’s some information about why that’s the case.

When you finally crawl into your bed after a long day, the hope is to wake up the next day feeling refreshed and ready to go after a good night’s sleep. However, if you have noticed your jaw is continually hurting first thing in the morning, it can zap the energy out of you and keep you from getting your day started on a good note. The good news is that your dentist may be able to help figure out what is the underlying issue and provide treatment. Read on to learn three common reasons for jaw pain in the morning.