Green Sleep: CBD and Sleep Apnea

December 28, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — bettersleepdent @ 8:33 am

The internet has placed worlds’ worth of information at the average person’s disposal, which can be a bit of a double-edged sword when it comes to medicine. While it’s obviously fantastic that the average person can learn more about their health, much of the advice you’ll find online comes from people who don’t necessarily know what they’re talking about.

For example, you might have heard about the potential health benefits of CBD for those with sleep apnea. To clear the air, here’s what you should know about what the current consensus surrounding CBD and sleep apnea.

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Kids & Jaw Pain: How to Tell if Your Child Has TMD

December 21, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — bettersleepdent @ 1:18 pm
A young girl with an aching jaw from TMD

If your kiddo says their jaw feels bad, you may dismiss the idea at first. “It’s probably nothing to worry about,” you’d think.” Still, you’d do well to take their concern more seriously. There’s a good chance your child is dealing with TMD. If so, you’ll need to take the proper steps to relieve their pain. Luckily, your Silver Springs dentist can help. Here’s how to tell if your child has TMD and some ways to ease their discomfort.

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Beware of These 5 Factors That Can Worsen Sleep Apnea

December 14, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — bettersleepdent @ 8:25 pm

Untreated sleep apnea can have some very serious consequences, such as an increased risk of heart attacks. To make matters worse, there are several factors that could end up making the problem more severe. If you want to overcome your sleep disorder, it’s important to be aware of anything that might be contributing to it. Below, you’ll find a list of 5 major factors that are known to potentially worsen sleep apnea.

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