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Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
3d ago
Today, dear readers, I am just going to have a little fun on this blog because I have just been through quite the ordeal and can finally laugh it off. Around 20+ years ago I was rear-ended by a careless driver who literally changed my life, for the worse. That night that I was rear-ended, I really thought the worse ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
3w ago
We already know how important sleep is to the human condition from my last blog, now the next steps involve figuring out what to do about dealing with sleep deprivation, sleep apnea and the pending health issues. One of the best things, just for starters, is to consume enough water to keep your cells functioning as best as possible. The ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
1M ago
You are going to see a lot more about this topic if you watch the news each morning or evening. Sleep apnea is a huge problem in the United States and in many developed countries around the world. The problem seems to be a component of our population aging and becoming more obese with each next generation. As we become ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
3M ago
As we approach the end of 2023, I like to reflect back on all that has happened to my family, friends, associates and co-workers. At Sleep and TMJ Therapy, we have all been blessed by another very successful year. By successful, I am referring to the successes that are measurable in terms of how our patients feel, how they have ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
5M ago
When it comes to treating your craniofacial pain, there are actually a number of diverse ways to go about it. When a person lands at my office, the first step is really to try and figure out the underlying cause of the pain by doing an in-depth analysis of the problem. This process (in most cases) will entail an MRI ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
5M ago
In the world of TMD, cortical erosion most often refers to erosion and breakdown of the condyle (the top of the jawbone). It can also mean breakdown of the socket that holds the condyle. Basically, cortical erosion refers to a bony degeneration that occurs over time and this can lead to the condyles and joints being very prone to breakage ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
6M ago
It is no longer necessary to put metal on your teeth for almost all orthodontic treatment. The new generation of clear aligners can in most cases work better and be healthier for you than the old-style metal brackets and wires. Because of the kind of orthodontics, Sleep and TMJ Therapy, we have found a better path to lift up (erupt ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
6M ago
Recently, people have been talking about a new technique to treat sleep apnea. The Inspire system was developed for people who do not tolerate the CPAP device very well. In this blog we will discuss why Inspire was developed and if it might be a viable alternative for certain people who suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a condition ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
7M ago
This is a question we hear at Sleep and TMJ Therapy almost every day. When a person hears that they need to wear an appliance or two for 12-18 months they almost inevitably want to know why it takes so long. Many people feel that the slipped discs can just be ‘pushed back into place’ and then the problem is ..read more
Sleep & TMJ Therapy Blog
8M ago
At this time, it is the middle of 2023, and I am baffled and frustrated. Just in the past few weeks, I have met a respectable number of people who have reported chronic pain for years on end. They told me about their experiences with joint injections, physical therapy, massage and medications of course. They were all just sick and ..read more