Sep
09
Diet and exercise are key aspects of your overall health and well-being. However, you may not realize how important sleep is for your body. On average, people spend about one-third of their lives sleeping. If a person lives 80 years…
Jun
01
Snoring is considered a key factor in and symptom of sleep apnea and other sleep-related health concerns. But is snoring ALWAYS a sign of sleep apnea? The short answer is no, just because you snore in your sleep does not…
May
06
If you have sleep apnea or a sleep disorder that is affecting your sleep quality, it is also affecting your daily quality of life. From feeling tired and distracted to lacking energy as the day goes on to really enjoy…
Mar
30
At Coastal Virginia Sleep Solutions, Dr. William Harper helps patients get a better night's sleep with sleep apnea treatment. Sleep apnea is a condition where the soft tissues in the back of the mouth collapse during sleep. As a result,…
Feb
24
There are three main types of sleep apnea with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) being the most common and often easily treated with a sleep appliance. The other two types are central sleep apnea and complex sleep apnea. While central sleep…
Jan
31
A dental sleep appliance may be the solution you need to treat your sleep apnea. Also called oral appliance therapy, a dental sleep appliance fits much like a sports mouthguard. Dr. Harper offers a range of dental sleep appliances, working…
Nov
14
We all know what a bad night’s sleep feels like, but what’s really going on in the body if we aren’t getting enough sleep on a regular basis? Poquoson, VA dental sleep specialist Dr. William Harper often sees patients who…
Oct
29
You might be surprised to learn that many people suffer from undiagnosed sleep apnea that is negatively impacting their quality of life. Our bodies need high quality sleep to keep us alert and healthy while we’re awake, and you probably…
Sep
29
Facial pain, difficulty chewing comfortably, and constant headaches can make you miserable and make it hard to get the high quality sleep you need to feel refreshed. You may not think that a dental sleep specialist like Coastal Virginia Sleep…
Aug
28
As more and more people understand the connection between sleep, nutrition, and exercise and how they contribute to a high quality of life, Coastal Virginia Sleep Solutions has worked with patients to improve their sleep through dental sleep medicine. Many…