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…
Jul
27
Have you ever wondered whether your teeth and jaw could explain why you snore at night? While sleep apnea is often associated with obesity or excess weight and soft tissues collapsing over the airway, your jaw position and teeth also…
Jun
28
Have you been diagnosed with mild to moderate sleep apnea and struggle with CPAP therapy? An oral appliance custom fitted by a dentist is an alternative to CPAP therapy for sleep apnea, and Poquoson, VA dental sleep specialist Dr. William…
May
27
If you feel like you wake up more tired than you were when you went to bed or have trouble making it through the day without caffeine, or additional symptoms like headaches in the morning or difficulty concentrating, you may…
Apr
28
Most of us would admit that we probably don’t get enough sleep and brush it off, but there are several good reasons why sleep is important. People dealing with sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a harder time…