Question of the Week – “Is Oral Appliance Therapy for severe sleep apnea as good as CPAP?”

Yes! If you have severe sleep apnea and cannot tolerate CPAP, Oral Appliance Therapy is a very viable option. If you are not tolerating CPAP therapy, call Dental Sleep and TMD Center of Illinois at (630) 369-5508. Let’s discuss whether or not Oral Appliance Therapy is right for you. For more information on Oral Appliance Therapy and CPAP therapy and their differences, visit http://www.tiredofsnoring.com.

Question of the Week – “My boyfriend was not given oral appliance therapy as an option for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Does that mean he cannot have one made?”

The most common treatment prescribed for obstructive sleep apnea is CPAP Therapy. Many doctors do not realize there are other options such as Oral Appliance Therapy available.

Visit Dental Sleep & TMD Center of Illinois. Consult with us and let us determine whether or not Oral Appliance Therapy is an option for treatment of your obstructive sleep apnea. Call us at (630) 369-5508. For more information on how you can stop snoring and start sleeping better, visit http://www.tiredofsnoring.com.

Autoimmune disorders can lead to sleep problems

Is your sleep interrupted by aches and pains?

Do you suffer from depression, anxiety and stress and fatigue?

Is sleep apnea a warning sign of autoimmune disorders?

Can autoimmune disorders lead to sleep problems? Studies now show this is a fact. Many people suffer from autoimmune disorders, and their pain can be significant.

Here are ten suggestions to help manage sleep problems:

1. Create a regular bedtime routine and sleep schedule
2. Use extra pillows to support painful joints
3. Enjoy good nutrition and exercise daily
4. Keep a comfortable temperature in the bedroom (Around 64 degrees is suggested)
5. Wear comfortable sleep clothing
6. Try to get 8-9 hours of sleep each night
7. Try to manage pain with routine massage therapy sessions
8. Stop alcohol and caffeine consumption well before bedtime
9. Try acupuncture, meditation or Yoga
10. Ask your doctor if changes in medication are necessary

Read more on how restful sleep can improve your autoimmune symptoms here:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/autoimmune-disorders/getting-sleep-with-autoimmune-disease.aspx

Don’t put up with sleep problems any longer! See a sleep specialist and allow them to help solve your sleep difficulties.

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. For more information on this physician-recommended treatment option, visit www.TiredOfSnoring.com, or call us at (630)369-5508.

Question of The Week – Are There Any Alternatives to Machines for Sleep Apnea?

Yes, there is!  Oral Appliance Therapy is a great alternative to CPAP machines. View a sample of oral appliances that have been approved by the FDA.  http://www.tiredofsnoring.com/cpap-alternative/samples-of-fda-approved-oral-appliances/

Give us a call at (630) 369-5508.  Let’s discuss whether or not Oral Appliance Therapy is an option for you. You WILL thank us!

June is Men’s Health Month. Eat more fruits and veggies.

June is Men’s Health month. Bring better health into your life this month.  Improve strength, energy and stamina. You can make your health a priority and stay ahead of your health by adding just a few steps to improve your life now.

Here are four steps to start improving your health with today:

• toss away your smoking habit
• exercise more
• eat more fruits and veggies
• get plenty of sleep

Please click the link below and read more about making new changes in your life this month.

http://www.cdc.gov/men/nmhw/index.htm

Dental Sleep and TMD Center of Illinois is a premiere snoring and sleep apnea treatment center in Naperville. We have been providing the CPAP alternative treatment of Oral Appliance Therapy successfully for over 15 years. For more information on this physician-recommended treatment option, visit www.TiredOfSnoring.com, or give us a call at (630)369-5508.