OROFACIAL PAIN, HEADACHE AND SLEEP BLOG

Snoring Keeping You Up? Uncover the Surprising Causes and Simple Solutions!

Snoring might seem like just a harmless annoyance, but what if it’s more than that? If your partner has nudged you in the middle of the nigh

Struggling with CPAP? Discover How Oral Appliances Could Change Your Sleep Apnea Treatment!

If you're battling sleep apnea and can’t stand your CPAP machine, you're not alone. Many people find it difficult to sleep with the mask, th

Struggling to Sleep? Here's How Improving Your Sleep Can Transform Your Health

We all know sleep is important, but what if fixing your sleep could truly change your life? Sleep is more than just a time to recharge.

The Intricate Connection: Insomnia and Sleep Apnea

Insomnia and sleep apnea, although distinct in nature, frequently coexist, presenting a unique set of hurdles for those grapping with both.

5 Reasons You May Grind Your Teeth

As an orofacial pain specialist, I spend a considerable amount of time with patients who grind or clench their teeth during the day and/or a

Undiagnosed Sleep Apnea May Be a Risk Factor for Heart Conditions After Surgery

A recent study published in JAMA revealed that individuals with an unknown history of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) were associated with...

How does sleep affect pain?

Did you know that poor sleep influences your perception and reaction to pain? A recent study published in the Journal of Neuroscience...

Could snoring cause you to gain weight?

Snoring and weight gain? How can they possibly be related? Surprisingly or not, snoring may be attributed to obesity, yet at the same...

Are Women More Likely to Suffer from Orofacial Pain?

Interestingly, orofacial pain sufferers are predominantly women. Why? We don't completely understand, but one proposed theory relates to...

6 Tips To Sleep Better Tonight

A good night's sleep not only makes you feel refreshed and ready for the day ahead, but it is also essential for your health! Sleep has...

Lauren Levi DMD MS