Having trouble sleeping?

Trouble sleeping happens to everyone at one time or another. It is actually quite common. A night or two every now and then is really no big deal. But if a good night’s sleep eludes you more often than not, it may be time for you to change things up a bit.

Here’s a list to help you change up your sleep routine:

• Stop eating several hours before bedtime
• Limit your alcohol intake, or better yet don’t have any at all
• Start getting ready for bed 30 minutes before your actual bedtime
• Keep your bedroom dark
• Do not use electronic appliances, such as computers and phones 30 to 60 minutes before retiring
• Turn off the television
• Try relaxing techniques to encourage sleepiness
• Read a book
• Enjoy aromatherapy masks and sprays to calm you
• Soak in a warm bath
• Sip hot chamomile lavender tea
• Avoid caffeinated drinks 3 hours before bedtime

If all else fails, call your physician. Your doctor will advise you with the right protocol to get that coveted good night’s sleep.

Click on the link below. Read the full article.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/sns-201311271300–tms–mayoclnctnmc-a20131128-20131128,0,1191753.story

Dental Sleep and TMD Center of Illinois, a premiere snoring and apnea treatment center in Naperville, has been providing the CPAP alternative treatment of Oral Appliance Therapy successfully for over 15 years. We are extremely passionate in helping individuals who have been struggling with CPAP therapy in Naperville, Lisle, Aurora, Bolingbrook and surrounding Chicago suburbs. For more information on this physician-recommended treatment, call us at (630)369-5508.

Over the years I have come across many patients that have multiple reasons for poor sleep. Often there is a combination of a night time airway breathing disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea coupled with chronic insomnia.  If stress is part of your personal equation to poor sleep, a help of healthcare provider who specializes with nighttime ‘de-stressing’ practice may be of benefit.

For help with chronic insomnia in our local area, check out our Wellness Partners under Resources

Here is an article from Psychology Today…… we thought we’d share a sample of one such practice.
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/golden-slumbers/201208/ten-mindfulness-keys-unlocking-the-door-optimal-sleep

Feeling Tired?

Ask us about our Home Screening Night Test. 

Mary Ellen Hughes trying out the ARES at Home Sleep Screening Device, making sure the fit and feel will be comfortable for our patients.

 Determine how likely your snoring may be related to your overall health.

It is common for sleep apnea to go undiagnosed by physicians. Sleep apnea is difficult to detect during a routine office visit. Take a moment to answer the following questions

Snore – Do you snore?
Tired – Do you feel tired, fatigued or sleepy during the daytime?
Observed – Has your bed partner observed you stop breathing during your sleep?
Pressure – Do you have or are you being treated for high blood pressure?

Did you answer yes to any questions? Discuss the possibility of sleep apnea with your physician and let him/her know your concerns.