Sleep Better Georgia Dental Sleep Medicine Blog

As we approach the end of the first month of the new year, many of us are still thinking about (and, if we’re lucky, practicing) our New Year’s resolutions. Getting healthier is always a top goal for many when a new year rolls around. For you, this may mean eating healthier and working out more consistently (both good things!). But did you know that when combined, healthy diet and exercise habits can improve your sleep, too? (more…)

A recent study revealed that little ones suffering from childhood sleep apnea display many behavioral problems that closely resemble ADHD. Knowing the symptoms can help you determine whether or not your child needs treatment from a doctor. (more…)

We’ve all been there. You start to feel a little drowsy at work, you figure the day must be winding down, so you look at the clock and… it’s only 1:30PM. Have you ever thought about why you and so many others are tired at work so often? The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently completed a study to answer this question by looking at which jobs suffer the most from sleep deprivation. (more…)

Everyone knows that a balanced diet and exercise are essential to a happy and healthy life. A wellness habit that doesn’t always get as much awareness, however, is the importance of a good night’s rest. Research has consistently proven that people need to maintain adequate sleep for optimal mental and physical health. But there are a multitude of sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, that can make this difficult or even impossible. (more…)

Remember the days when you could get all the sleep you wanted? Along with creaky knees and thinner hair, there’s another side effect of getting older — declining sleep. Falling and staying in a deep, restful snooze is more difficult for mature adults, but learning the cause as well as possible techniques to try can improve sleep quality.

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We all know that getting a good night’s sleep is important for looking and feeling your best. But for people with sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), not feeling well-rested is just one of many health concerns that can pop up. Recent research has linked sleep disorders to serious neurological damage in ways that have never been found before. According to a series of studies by researchers at Wheaton College, there are “significant connections” between sleep breathing disorders and the accumulation of the primary indicators for Alzheimer’s. Keep reading to learn more about the connection, and what it means for you and your loved ones.

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Meet John. He’s a recent patient of Sleep Better, Georgia, and a classic example of the type of case we see over and over. Many Americans experience his symptoms – and the resulting diagnosis is costing the U.S. economy up to $411 billion a year. What’s worse is that his condition is putting him at an increased risk for on-the-job injuries, car accidents, and a host of other serious health concerns.

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Are you suffering from insufficient sleep or fatigue that leaves you with low energy? A recent increase in sleep-focused startups is improving awareness about how important sleep really is to our quality of life. From your mattress to the sounds that invade your room at night, these technologies target every factor that leads to a good night’s sleep. Using one or a combination of these advances could dramatically improve how much sleep you get and how rested you feel the next morning.   

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Snoring is a common problem that can keep you and your spouse awake at night. It’s estimated that 90 million adults in the United States suffer from this problem. When you snore, the muscles in the throat relax, causing vibrations in the uvula and soft palate above the throat. While it is normal to snore from time to time, if you find it occurring more often than not, you need to take a proactive approach to stop the snoring. Follow these home remedies to help ensure you get a restful night’s sleep. (more…)

In order to maintain optimal health, you need at least 7 hours of sleep per night. Sleeping less than that may be the cause of your troubled sleep and fatigue. However, if your sleep issues are long lasting, it may be a problem that’s beyond your control, like chronic snoring or a sleep disorder. Over time, these issues will cause sleep deprivation. New evidence even suggests that sleep deprivation is linked to serious neurological issues, so it’s important to seek treatment right away. (more…)