Snoring and Sleep Apnea Center

07/27/2023

This is a new study that is concerning!

CNN reports that people with severe sleep apnea who spent less time in deep sleep (also known as slow-wave sleep) had more damage to the white matter of their brain than people who had more deep sleep.

Dr. Diego Carvalho, a neurologist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, stated, "For every 10% decrease in time spent in deep sleep, there was an increase of white matter hyperintensities in the brain similar to the effect of being 2.3 years older."

For the full article, visit https://www.cnn.com/2023/05/10/health/sleep-apnea-brain-damage-study-wellness/index.html

05/02/2021

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) annual meeting. Three days of great speakers and updates of what is new in dental sleep medicine. First meeting that I have been able to attend outdoors. 😎

12/21/2018

12/17/2018

This article in the Journal of Dental Sleep Medicine proposes a new definition of dental sleep medicine and expands the field to include orofacial pain, oral moistening disorders, GERD, SRBD and mandibular movement disorders. http://ow.ly/dbJp50jXZ1h

11/20/2018

Is it just snoring, or is it something more serious? WebMD sets the record straight on some myths and facts surrounding sleep apnea.

10/02/2018

Sometimes the anatomy and shape of your teeth can cause spaces; often referred to as black triangles. Aesthetically you may be bothered by this and notice it in pictures, so you tend to hide your smile. Don't hide your smile any longer, there is a fix for this and you will be surprised at the difference it can make! Call us today to inquire about veneers and how Dr. Gruenes can give you the smile you desire! 📞 763-262-7645

09/20/2018

09/14/2018

See below how obstructive sleep apnea can increase your chances of health problems. Ask your physician for a referral to the UAB Sleep/Wake Disorders Center.

09/12/2018

I am always satisfied with the whole staff at the dental office. Everyone is very friendly and knows their jobs well. Dr. Gruenes is very caring and makes a person feel almost like family. I've been going to the dental office for over 10 years and will continue to.

09/10/2018

This is too cute to scroll past without sharing! Check out our very own, Dr. Stephanie Gruenes learning how to floss from one of her patients.

09/04/2018

Your children are back in school, use the free time to schedule your routine dental cleaning. Regular dental visits will ensure that your teeth stay in great shape. Contact the office of Dr. Stephanie Gruenes Center for Cosmetic Dentistry today!

08/27/2018

Are you in the know about what your drinking and the acidic levels of it? Do you drink a lot of high acidity beverages? Call us today to learn the effects they may have on your teeth and steps you can take to help support strong healthy teeth.
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