
If you struggle with your sleep, you are certainly not the only one. Many Americans have a tough time experiencing a full night of uninterrupted sleep, and this happens for a variety of reasons. Some of the things that are keeping us up at night include anxiety and work, but some common oral health conditions can also play a real role. Chronic obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when throat tissue blocks the airway overnight and bruxism happens when you grind your teeth during rest. Both of these can cause issues.
Here at our office, Dr. Torrens-Parker, D.D.S., M.S. at Allen Family Dental in Allen, TX can help you to find out more about your sleep. If you’re struggling with your rest due to obstructive sleep apnea, ask whether a simple and convenient oral appliance therapy approach can help you to receive the oxygen that you need. And if you grind your teeth overnight, ask about our bruxism solutions; if left untreated, this can affect your smile’s appearance and function.
Take steps to improve your oral health and your sleep at the same time. Schedule your next appointment at Allen Family Dental.
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