Why do I snore? The most common reason we snore is because of a blockage in our natural breathing passage. There could be a blockage in the nasal passages or near the opening of the airway. Many people are suffering from sleep apnea, which is a blockage that is severe...
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a common condition that people have. You may have been told by your dentist that you likely grind your teeth but can’t recall when and if you do this. Perhaps an oral appliance has been recommended to you to protect your teeth. Because...
Many people suffer from an undiagnosed sleep disorder. A sleep disorder occurs when there is a blockage that prevents oxygen from moving through the nose and into the circulatory system. This blockage will occur while we are sleeping when our soft tissue relaxes and...
Dr. Kaplan has published an article in a special issue of the Journal of the American Laser Study Club entitled, “Infant Laser Frenectomy Case Studies.” Details of this issue are available...
More and more of the population are being diagnosed with thyroid disease. The two most common are hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. The role of the thyroid is to help in the production of many hormones. These hormones are needed to help all cells in the body work...
Sleep Apnea It is normal to have an occasional night sleep where you toss, turn and wake up to go to the bathroom. In return you feel groggy the next day but it is not normal to feel like that everyday. Many factors play a role in why one does not sleep well such as...