When you see someone with dark circles under their eyes, you probably wouldn’t think that they’ve just returned from a relaxing vacation. Chances are they’ve been tossing and turning, and the lack of beauty sleep is starting to show. It’s true: There is a link between the quality of sleep we get and how healthy…

This blog has been medically reviewed by Theresa Vuskovich, DMD.  When the average person thinks of a sleep apnea patient, they may picture someone who is carrying some excess weight. Excess weight increases the risk of developing the most common type of sleep apnea, obstructive sleep apnea. But do people of all sizes get obstructive sleep apnea?…

This blog has been medically reviewed by Theresa Vuskovich, DMD.  Sleep is the perfect time to wind down after a long day, but if a snoring partner is keeping you awake, it can turn midnight hours into a nightmare instead of a dream. Late at night, it’s easy to slip into a helpless mindset: “I think…

What exactly happens while we sleep? We spend about one-third of our life sleeping—or at least attempting to do so—yet we are not usually aware of what is going on in our minds and bodies during that time.   Luckily, years of scientific research have provided us with insight into the fascinating processes happening beneath our level…

Fall back. Spring forward. It’s no wonder Americans can’t get a good night’s sleep. While the Daylight Savings Time ritual carries mixed reviews for different reasons (it stays dark (or light) too long), one thing on which we can all agree is that getting consistent quality sleep is a challenge. Since the pandemic began, scientists…

Studies show that 3-12 percent of children snore, 15 percent wet the bed at age five, and 11 percent of ages four to seven have ADHD. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), characterized by apneic periods due to an underdeveloped airway, is associated with each condition. OSA manifests in bruxism, poor sleeping habits, bedwetting, ADHD, moodiness, an inability to concentrate, and diabetes. How…

Have you ever felt shortness of breath? You know, that heavy-lung, heavy-chest feeling that you can’t bring in enough air. Maybe it was brought on by strenuous exercise or anxiety, or perhaps it was a complete mystery to you at the time? Breathing difficulties are some of the scariest moments we face. While some signs…