Category: sleep apnea

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a sleep-related sleep disorder. People who have obstructive sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly in their sleep several times during the night.1 Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the tissue and muscles in the back of the throat collapse which blocks the airway. This happens from time to time throughout the night. Snoring… Continue reading Is Teeth Grinding Linked to Sleep Apnea?

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is the fastest growing medical condition in the U.S. with 20% of affected population. 1 in 5 adults has OSA but 80%of these people think they are fine. I know because I am one of them. Maybe I snored a little but I could roll out of bed pretty easily and didn’t… Continue reading How do you Know if you Have OSA?

Do you have migraines or frequent headaches? Of course you do, probably everyday. Wouldn’t it be nice to give them a proven, drug-free solution? For over thirty years, Drake Family Dentistry and KC Sleep Health have been providing effective TMJ treatment, resulting in a 95% success rate, in getting our patients significant, and usually complete,… Continue reading A Simple Solution for Headaches or Migraines

Mirror reflection female wrinkled face 50s middle-aged Caucasian woman senior lady looking self lover skin care grandmother thinking pampering mirrored soft facial beauty cosmetology rejuvenation. High quality 4k footage[/caption]Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? And just like any other organ, like your brain or your heart, it needs… Continue reading How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Skin

The first time I heard the words “Obstructive Sleep Apnea” was in the hospital when my wife was admitted for an uncontrolled episode of atrial fabulation of her heart. As I began to study about the connections between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and other common medical conditions, I know I had to do something about… Continue reading Dr. Drake’s Journey to Becoming a Diplomate of Dental Sleep Medicine

It is no surprise that more than half of people diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea also have TMJ issues. The TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint which connects the mandible (lower jaw) to the the skull. The joint can be found on both sides of the head in front of the ears.[1] When the lower… Continue reading The Link Between TMJ and Obstructive Sleep Apnea

The answer to this question is yes. There is still an opportunity for those patients who have severe sleep to wear an oral appliance. Patients that travel and camp can enjoy the comfort and easy transport of an oral appliance instead of having to worry about where to plug in their CPAP. Several physicians have… Continue reading Can I wear an Oral Appliance if I have Severe Sleep Apnea?

Many people only see their primary healthcare physician when they are really sick, which may be several years between visits. However, many people see their dentist two times a year and if their dentist is trained in what to look for, they can see the warning signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea simply by looking in… Continue reading Dentists Involvement in the Screening and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Sleep deprivation happens when you get less sleep than your body needs to function. This could occur because you had poor quality sleep or not enough hours of sleep. In our society, it is common for many people to be sleep-deprived from working long hours, or being distracted from various forms of entertainment. Lack of… Continue reading The Link Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Anxiety

Many people think Obstructive Sleep Apnea is mainly a condition for men since 22-27% of males in the US have OSA. The most common symptoms in men are snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). However, women manifest OSA symptoms much differently. They are more likely to report daytime fatigue, lack of energy, insomnia, morning headaches… Continue reading The Sex Differences in OSA