For the majority of people, laughing, eating and talking are things we can do without thinking, but for other people, those who have TMJ disorders, using the mouth and jaw joint can cause pain. In some cases, TMJ pain will go away on its own and without intervention,...
Snoring affects millions of people around the world at different times in their lives but if you are a chronic snorer whose habit is affecting your bed partner’s ability to get a good night’s sleep, it could be a sign of a problem. If you think you’ve tried everything...
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a breathing-related sleep disorder that causes you to stop and start breathing multiple times during the night while you are asleep. When you have OSA, the muscles in your throat collapse, restricting your airway and stopping you from...
Teeth grinding, or bruxism as it is known medically, is a relatively common phenomenon that people can do during the day or at night when they are asleep. There are a number of contributors to teeth grinding bruxism but it is frequently associated with other sleep...
One of the more common sleep disorders, obstructive sleep apnoea is a serious condition that results in the closure of your airways while you are asleep. When your airways collapse, your brain tries to wake you up to get oxygen. For some people, this can happen...
