Blog - TMJ & Sleep Solutions of Alabama

16 Oct From Apps to Tips: How to Keep an Accurate Personal Medication List

Posted at 16:44h in Other

For many, medications are an essential part of daily life. Developing a medication regimen is important to track what you take and when you should take it. A personal medication list can help you monitor prescription medications, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, vitamins, and supplements. There are many...

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18 Sep Are Chin Straps Worth the Hype? Our Sleep Specialists Answer

Posted at 07:03h in Sleep

Chin straps are trending across social media platforms for their potential to slim the face, treat sleep apnea, and reduce snoring by improving nasal breathing. But the real question is: Are chin straps worth the hype? At TMJ & Sleep Solutions of Alabama, we know you want...

21 Aug Understanding the Connection Between the Vagus Nerve and Sleep

Posted at 07:10h in Uncategorized

At TMJ and Sleep Solutions of Alabama, we know there are various reasons why you might not be getting enough sleep. Our specialty is unraveling the mystery (of why you don’t feel well-rested when waking up in the morning) and treating it. In some cases,...

14 Aug Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS): A Complete Guide to Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Posted at 07:24h in Sleep

What Is Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS)? Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) is a sleep-disordered breathing condition in which the airway narrows during sleep, causing increased resistance to airflow—but not complete blockage. The body must work harder to breathe, triggering frequent sleep disruptions called respiratory effort-related...

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06 Aug Here’s What to Do When You Can’t Sleep

Posted at 07:39h in Sleep

Struggling to sleep? You're not alone. Around one in three adults deal with trouble sleeping at some point. Let's fix that—starting now. Keep reading for practical advice from Dr. Hartsfield, our brilliant specialist in Dental Sleep Medicine and Orofacial Pain at TMJ & Sleep Solutions of...

01 Aug TMJ Exercises: The Complete Guide to Relieving Jaw Pain and Preventing Flare-Ups

Posted at 07:00h in Pain

What Is TMJ / TMD? “TMJ” stands for temporomandibular joint, the hinge that connects your lower jaw (mandible) to your skull. “TMD” refers to temporomandibular disorders, which cause jaw pain, facial tension, and problems with jaw movement. TMJ disorder results from various factors, such as teeth...

23 Jul Is TMJ Hereditary? Genetics, Myths, and Real Risk Factors

Posted at 08:04h in Pain

TMJ Disorders: What Are We Really Talking About? Let's clear up the confusion right out of the gate. "TMJ" stands for temporomandibular joint; that’s the scientific term for a jaw joint—the two hinges that let you talk, chew, yawn, and yell at the TV when your...

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17 Jul TMJ and Vagus Nerve: How They Connect and Affect Each Other

Posted at 07:49h in Uncategorized

At TMJ & Sleep Solutions of Alabama, we provide expert care for jaw health and discomfort, with a significant focus on a common disorder called TMD. More commonly known as just “TMJ,” TMD involves dysfunctioning jaw joints—AKA the “temporomandibular joints” or “TMJs”—causing pain in a...

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19 Jun How Red Light Therapy for TMJ Can Provide Relief

Posted at 07:07h in Other

Have you ever felt pain in your jaw from eating or talking? If the answer is yes, you may suffer from TMJ dysfunction (TMD); the related pain is often simply called “TMJ pain.” TMJ dysfunction is a prevalent condition that affects people differently, causing mild discomfort...

22 May How Long Is a Sleep Study and What Should You Expect During the Process?

Posted at 07:24h in Sleep

At TMJ & Sleep Solutions of Alabama, we offer our patients several sleep apnea treatment options, including oral appliance therapy. However, before treatment can begin, patients must undergo a sleep study to diagnose the condition. When we tell inquiring, prospective patients about this treatment prerequisite, they...