“The need for dentists to take a greater role in the identification and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea has never been higher.”
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America’s Truck Drivers and Sleepy Driving
“Truck drivers who fail to get treatment for obstructive sleep apnea “are a public safety threat on U.S. roadways.”
6 Common Excuses for Not Treating OSA
“List of the 6 most frequently heard excuses people have for not seeking treatment for their disorder, and the truth that will hopefully help others with the same beliefs realize how wrong they are.”
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and the Role of Dental Hygienists
“Research indicated patients are 24.1% more likely to visit the dentist as compared with an annual exam by a physician; thus dental health professionals are in a position to be the first providers to detect systemic health conditions.”
5 Ways OSA Can Cause Gastrointestinal Problems
“5 gastrointestinal conditions that have documented associations with sleep disturbances or obstructive sleep apnea.”
The Role of Dentists in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Consensus and Controversy
“Dentists play a crucial role in evaluating patients with O SA for the suitability of OAT”
Sleep Apnea: Listening Closer for the Telltale Signs of Dental Patients Not Sleeping Well
“Dentists play a crucial role in evaluating patients with O SA for the suitability of OAT.”
New Recommendations to Doctors for Treating Sleep Apnea
“The guidelines emphasize the importance of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight as a strategy to alleviate OSA.”
The Future Belongs to Those Who Shape It
“We can sit back and watch the future become the past, or we can take the reins and shape the future.”
Stress on the Job
“Stress and anxiety can cause a lot of wellness issues including behavioral, emotional, and physical.”