Mind and Mouth: The Psychological Factors Behind Bruxism
Stress is a significant factor associated with bruxism. Perceived stress, which refers to how individuals perceive and interpret stress, is strongly related to bruxism.
Is Your Child Grinding Their Teeth? Uncovering the Causes of Bruxism in Children
Bruxism is a common condition in which an child involuntarily grinds, clenches, or gnashes their teeth, usually during sleep. Children may also grind their teeth during the day, although it is less common.
The Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Bruxism
Before delving deeper into the effects of bruxism and potential solutions, it’s essential to understand what bruxism is and the different forms it can take. Bruxism refers to the involuntary and often unconscious habit of grinding, gnashing, or clenching your teeth. This condition affects a significant portion of the population, with studies estimating that 8-31% […]
Unraveling the Mysteries of Sleep: Common Disorders and Solutions
Do you often feel tired during the day, regardless of how much sleep you’ve gotten? Do you snore loudly or have difficulty breathing at night? If so, you may be suffering from a sleep disorder. Sleep disorders are surprisingly common, but they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. In this blog post, we will […]
When Headaches Are More Than Just a Headache: The Link Between Orofacial Pain and TMJ Disorders
If you suffer from frequent headaches, you might be surprised to learn that the problem might not be in your head after all. Instead, it could be originating in your jaw. Orofacial pain can be caused by a range of factors, including dental problems and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. If you’re experiencing orofacial pain, it’s […]
Home
The Sleep and Respiratory Scholar. A PERSONAL BLOG Featured. Explore by topic. Headache Respiratory Sleep Bruxism Hot off the press.
Unraveling the Mystery of Tension Headaches
Do tension headaches or stress headaches plague you? Do they stop you from living life to its fullest or limit your ability to concentrate and be productive? If so, you’re not alone. An estimated 20% of the adult population (1.4 Billion people) suffers from tension headaches regularly, yet the cause remains largely unresolved. Through this […]
Simple Tips to Avoid Chronic Daily Headaches
Chronic headache and jaw pain are common ailments that can have a serious impact on our daily lives. While there are many causes for these types of severe pain events, there are also some simple measures we can take to help reduce or even eliminate them. In this blog post, we’ll go over some effective […]
Unlock the Secrets of Stress Relief: How to Diagnose and Treat Tension Headaches
Do you suffer from tension headaches? If so, you’re not alone! Tension headaches are the most common type of headache experienced by adults. Affecting somewhere between 30% and 78% (depending on the study) of the general population. Tension headaches can be painfully disruptive if not treated properly, particularly for women between the ages of 30 […]
I tried SilentNite sl for my OSA – Here’s what Happened
untreated sleep apnea is a cause of daytime sleepiness and bed partner disturbance. A Silent Nite SL dental appliance can be a great solution. This article describes a personal journey to treatment with a home sleep study and a dental device.
