Many patients have experienced the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (sometimes called sleep dentistry). There are three main kinds of sedation options available in the Fargo area: Inhalation Nitrous Oxide, sometimes called ‘laughing gas‘ has been used in cosmetic dental offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is an ideal sedative. It begins […]
Sleep apnea
Sleep Apnea Treatment In Fargo
What is sleep apnea? It’s a potentially health-threatening condition in which your breathing periodically stops while you sleep. How do you know if you have sleep apnea? Read through these common symptoms. They may help you determine if you need to go see your medical doctor. Signs of Sleep Apnea Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Insomnia Sleep […]
What is the Epworth Sleepiness Scale?
The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) is a scale that can measure daytime sleepiness based off of your total score on a questionnaire. The questionnaire is made up of eight possible situations, each of which you give a score of 0-3 based on your likelihood to fall asleep in the particular situation, with zero being “no […]
Sleep Apnea vs. Insomnia
There is an epidemic of poor sleep in the U.S. Long-term sleep deficits put men and women at risk of considerable health problems. If you have a chronic issue that keeps you from getting restorative sleep, don’t dismiss it. Two sleep disorders that are typically confused are insomnia and sleep apnea. What is insomnia? Insomnia […]
How Is Snoring Different From Sleep Apnea?
It’s estimated that 50% of people snore at some point during their life. Sleep apnea is a more serious, but also common sleep disorder. Snoring and sleep apnea are related. Many individuals who snore also have sleep apnea. But there are important differences. Why Is Sleep Apnea So Dangerous? Snoring alone doesn’t cause breathing to […]
Your Dentist Does a Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Most individuals know that they can go to their dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your dentist can help you with. Dry mouth treatment Dry mouth, technically called xerostomia, is caused by a lack of […]
Should I Worry About My Snoring?
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an a blockage in the airway. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping pills can make this more […]
Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Health Threat
Categories: General Dentistry, Sleep apnea
At Designer Smiles in Fargo, we often see patients who say they have been struggling with inadequate sleep for months or even years. Some of these people end up being diagnosed with sleep apnea or related conditions. You Can’t Just “Tough It Out” The reluctance to obtain professional help is unfortunate, because it takes a […]
Why You Should Take Snoring Seriously
Categories: Sleep apnea
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. As the team at Designer Smiles in Fargo can assure you, it can be a sign of sleep apnea, a serious health condition. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an an airway obstruction in the throat or nasal cavity. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in […]
No Need to Suffer: Sleep Apnea in Fargo
Sleep apnea is a fairly common sleep disorder. It is also potentially serious, because it can lead to such complications as heart disease and depression. If you or someone close to you is suffering with sleep apnea, contact Designer Smiles in Fargo. There are several different forms of sleep apnea. What they have in common […]
