For years, we have seen the positive effects of how a tired and sleep deprived patient can turn around after getting great sleep. Less baggy eyes, different and happier dispositions, and more alertness are just some of the positive changes we often witness when treating our snoring and apnea patients.

Are you tired of people commenting that you look “tired”? Read more in U.S. News article and see how you can look better.

http://health.usnews.com/health-news/news/articles/2013/09/13/sleep-apnea-treatment-may-help-patients-look-better

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 for over 15 years successfully. We are extremely passionate in helping individuals that have been struggling with CPAP therapy in Naperville, Lisle, Aurora, Bolingbrook and surrounding Chicago suburbs. For more information on this physician recommended treatment option visit www.TiredOfSnoring.com or call us at (630)369-5508.

CPAP therapy is considered ideal treatment for many obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) sufferers, especially those diagnosed with moderate to severe OSA. However, CPAP compliance has always been a problem for patients. Many OSA patients have anxiety problems when attempting CPAP therapy; others may find their sleep quality even poorer when they wear it.

Luckily, professional oral appliance therapy (OAT) is also recommended as standard of care for mild to moderate apnea patients, or for those with severe who cannot tolerate CPAP. OAT has been researched for over 3 decades, and there are many scholarly written articles demonstrating the effectiveness of this therapy. But for some patients oral devices may be not fully effective. The possible consideration of additional ‘mask-less’ types of treatment may be of help.

I came across this article recently in the Wall Street Journal Sleep Apnea Alternatives, Minus the CPAP Mask and thought we’d share it with you.

It’s important to note that there is limited research to this point on some of these options, such as the Winx treatment. Nonetheless, I like the idea of looking beyond traditional therapy when a patient is simply not wearing CPAP. Although the article describes several ‘mask-less’ treatments for OSA, it’s important to also note, there are additionally other options not listed here.

Hope you enjoy the article!

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323407104579036844067088688.html

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 for over 15 years successfully.  We are extremely passionate in helping individuals that have been struggling with CPAP therapy in Naperville, Lisle, Aurora, Bolingbrook and surrounding Chicago suburbs.  For more information on this physician recommended treatment option visit www.TiredOfSnoring.com or call us at (630)369-5508.

Yes, you read right.  Just when you thought you were dealing enough with your kids’ texting addiction, now there is a new epidemic described as ‘sleep texting’.  People are waking up in the middle of the night, texting on their phones, (often resting on their side table), and going back to sleep.  The next morning, they don’t remember what or to whom they have been texting!

Sleep problems play a huge role in your daytime functioning capability. We recommend moving electronics further from your beds, especially 1 hour before bedtime.

Read more below on this new sleep disturbance problem.

‘Sleep Texting’ Poses Health Risks For Smartphone Users

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/08/22/sleep-texting-poses-health-risks-for-smartphone-users/

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 for over 15 years successfully.  We are extremely passionate in helping individuals that have been struggling with CPAP therapy in Naperville, Lisle, Aurora, Bolingbrook and surrounding Chicago suburbs.  For more information on this physician recommended treatment option visit www.TiredOfSnoring.com or call us at (630)369-5508.

Mom, did you know that not getting enough sleep could cause you to drive as if you were drunk?

My daughter came home yesterday reciting a fact she had learned during health class in one of our Naperville Schools. It’s great that teachers are bringing the importance of getting enough sleep into the classroom setting!

The dentists of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine have been strong advocates, not only for the importance of getting enough sleep, but also for avoiding drowsy driving.

One of their recent public awareness programs involves Dentists Against Drowsy Driving. Here are some quick and dirty facts about drowsy driving:

• Drowsy driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving.
• Drivers are 15 times more likely to be involved in a deadly motor vehicle accident when they have excessive daytime sleepiness,
• Motor vehicle accidents due to drowsy driving account for $48 billion in medical costs each year.
• Each year drowsy drivers cause at least 100,000 accidents, and teens have the highest risk.

Here are some signs that may indicate drowsy driving:

• Yawning frequently
• Unable to keep you eyes open
• Drifting into other lanes
• Can’t remember the last few miles
• Moving onto the road shoulder
• Missing turns
• Stopping too close to car in front of you

If you find yourself driving with these conditions, it may be a great idea to switch drivers, pull over to take a stretch, or get some caffeine.

If these occurrences are happening often, it would be wise to review your sleep routine for quantity and quality of sleep. If you feel you are getting enough sleep but are still often feeling drowsy during driving, discuss your symptoms with your physician.  You may have a life threatening sleep disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea.

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 for over 15 years successfully.  We are extremely passionate in helping individuals that have been struggling with CPAP therapy in Naperville, Lisle, Aurora, Bolingbrook and surrounding Chicago suburbs.  For more information on this physician recommended treatment option visit www.TiredOfSnoring.com or call us at (630)369-5508.