Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse into the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping…
Sleep Apnea
4 Teeth All In A Row
Perhaps getting everything lined up for a breathtaking smile can take a bit of finagling. Maybe you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry. At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS, Dr. Steven Cutbirth is commonly seen working miracles on all types of smiles. Here are 4 ways to get all your ducks (or teeth) in a row for your…
Snoring/Sleep Apnea No More
Categories: Sleep Apnea
Almost all men and many women over the age of 50 snore! Disgusting! When my wife told me I snored 10 years ago I couldn’t believe it. I am in good physical condition. I exercise. I am not overweight. How could it be? I had always thought of snoring as an affliction of elderly, overweight…
Dental Snoring/Sleep Apnea Appliances
Categories: Sleep Apnea
After the age of 40, most people snore. Yes, men and women! The primary cause of snoring/sleep apnea is the tongue blocking off the back of the throat and airway. The options for treatment of snoring/sleep apnea are: 1) A CPAP machine which forces air past the tongue blocking the airway in the back of the…
