Your oral health and your general health can be more closely linked than you might realize. Because of this, you can find that a problem that seems like a “general health” concern is something your dentist can help you address. For example, problems that interrupt your sleep can sometimes be treated through dental care. At our Kansas City, MO dental practice, we offer treatment for sleep apnea, and for bruxism. Either problem can potentially intrude on your ability to feel properly rested, which can lead to problems with your daily responsibilities. The sooner you seek help with an issue that affects your sleep, the sooner you can once again enjoy the full advantages of a proper night’s rest!
Sleep Troubles Can Make Your Daily Life More Difficult
How often do you find yourself feeling groggy, distracted, or otherwise disoriented by a lack of sleep? Insufficient rest can make it harder for adults to focus at work, and lack of sleep can also make school more difficult for kids. Of course, sleep loss is more than just a problem for your mood. If you have other health issues, sleep loss can make it harder for you to manage them. You can also experience issues with your blood pressure, which can lead to more risk when it comes to heart disease!
How Lack Of Sleep Can Interfere With Your Oral Health
People tend to clean their teeth in the mornings, and before going to bed. When a person is struggling with a lack of quality sleep, they may feel tempted to skip these cleaning sessions on occasion. As a result, they can have a harder time keeping their teeth clean, and avoiding issues like tooth decay and gum disease. It should be noted that if your sleep is less restful because of bruxism, you can be at risk for problems with physical dental trauma.
Is Your Issue With Sleep Related To Sleep Apnea Or Bruxism? We Can Help!
At our practice, Dr. Tabakh can work with patients who are struggling to sleep properly because of sleep apnea, or because of bruxism. Sleep apnea can intrude on your ability to rest effectively, even if you believe you have been sleeping an appropriate amount of time most nights. This is because your condition can interfere with your breathing, and force your body to interrupt your sleep cycle to address airway blockages. Bruxism is an issue with teeth grinding, which sees a person grind frequently while they sleep. Both can hurt your health, and bruxism can lead to chips and cracks that hurt your smile, and your oral health. In both cases, our practice can provide patients with custom-made appliances that correct problems. A sleep apnea appliance allows you to continue breathing freely while you sleep without requiring a CPAP machine. Your bruxism appliance can help you sleep soundly without unconsciously grinding your teeth.
Delightful Dental Care Can Help You Manage Issues That Affect Your Oral Health And Life!
At Delightful Dental Care, we understand how important sleep is to both your general and dental health! If you have trouble resting properly, call our Kansas City, MO dental office at 816-942-7669 to learn how we can help you.