TMJ Snoring
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Your Solution For Snoring Relief
Snoring, at any age, is not normal and reduces sleep quality, which affects overall health. Spousal interference of sleep from snoring is a serious thing.
There are two surprising facts many people are not aware of with regards to snoring. One, almost anyone can have a snoring problem regardless of age, gender or other characteristics Two, there are potentially serious health risks commonly associated with snoring. While almost anyone can have a snoring problem, the majority of people who snore are between the ages of 40 and 60. About 60% of people who snore are male. Neither adults nor children should snore. The health problems associated with snoring can be different for adults and children.
Children With Snoring, Sleep Or Breathing Issues And Symptoms
Children should not snore. If a child does snore, according to the American Pediatric Society, parents should have their child assessed. Dr. Goodfellow believes this warrants a full investigation into whether there is a sleeping issue or a breathing issue with the child before any treatments are considered.
If children don’t sleep well, then one of the consequences is they don’t grow well. In addition, children who don’t sleep well may not pay proper attention in school. Getting poor sleep may also cause all sorts of attention problems with children and potentially ADHD. Bed wetting is a common issue potentially connected to a sleeping disorder. Headaches and pain may also be linked to the poor sleep children experience. People in pain don’t sleep well. People who don’t sleep well feel more pain. This goes around and around with pain and sleep deprivation
Adults Who Snore, Have A Sleep Disorder, Sleep Deprivation, Or OSA
When adults snore, either the person who snores or their sleeping partner may have difficulty sleeping. When an adult does not get enough quality sleep time, they do not get the proper hormones they need. The sound that is made when someone snores is due to the vibration of the soft palate (soft tissues) in the mouth and the walls of the throat.
Snoring alone can be very hazardous to your health. If you snore and have a breathing disorder, that can be even more hazardous to your health. Heart disease and strokes have been linked to this condition. OSA is a sleep disorder where a person stops breathing for a short period of time, many times, while sleeping. Whether the person realizes it or not, they are likely not getting a good night of sleep due to this difficulty breathing. One of the very common results from having sleep issues is that people feel very tired and fatigued during the day. This can have serious metabolic consequences. It can increase the risk of injury. Some of the more serious potential health risks include cancer, cardiovascular disease and an increased risk of mortality.


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Jill Krstajic2024-10-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is not an understatement to say that Dr Goodfellow and his staff have greatly improved the quality of my life! My TMJ pain was unbearable and as a Dental Hygienist I was actually skeptical that the treatment would work, it did and I am grateful! I would gladly recommend Dr Goodfellow for anyone suffering TMJ and Sleep Issues. Lanndis De Lallo2024-09-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This device changed my life. I have had TMJ for as long as I can remember with a long history of orthodontic work from childhood. For the first time as an adult, I can control my jaw pain, clicking, locking and tension headaches with the night time appliance, which I wear every night - I can feel the difference even going one night without it. The daytime appliance also makes a big difference and now I can wear it periodically. Dr. Goodfellow, Cathie, Tina and the entire team are delightful, helpful and I can't thank them enough for helping me implement this life changing, non-surgical solution to my TMJ! Steve McDonald2024-09-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Before being treated by Dr. Goodfellow I had severe jaw pain so bad I sometimes could hardly eat. That pain is now virtually gone. I am so grateful and I highly recommend Dr. Goodfellow! Julia Leclerc2024-07-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I suffered from severe jaw pain and eventually jaw locking. Dr. Goodfellow not only was able to diagnose the issue, he was able to completely redirect my jaw and sleeping patterns with the mouth guard that I now wear to sleep every night. I don’t even get headaches anymore! The difference has been incredible and I am forever grateful. Highly recommend Dr. Goodfellow and his staff. Sandy Hale2024-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I feel very positive about the treatment I received from Dr. Goodfellow and his team over a six month period. My TMJ disorder symptoms have been resolved to the point where I am almost pain free every day. Dr. Goodfellow helped me to understand both the causes of my jaw issues and how the treatments would work towards healing. His staff are friendly, accommodating and extremely knowledgeable and helped to allay any fears I had about treatments. I highly recommend TMJ & Sleep Therapy to any and all persons suffering from TMJ disorders. Anthony Hajsan2024-07-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Goodfellow is a good fellow (I know, so original)! This is the only place that has helped with my TMJ. oren dishy2024-04-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've had a click in my jaw for over 30 years and over the past year it was constant pain and difficulty chewing. Dr. Goodfellow and his staff provided me with a non-invasive appliance one for the day and one for night and within 6 months I was pain and click free. It's as if I have brand new jaw with no issues whatsoever. Without a doubt, the best medical treatment I've ever received. I would give six stars if it was available. Paula Carmona-Murphy2024-01-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After years of dealing with TMJ pain (and trying different types of appliances) I saw Dr. Goodfellow. I am thrilled with the results. Dr. Goodfellow and his staff are amazing! Shicheng Wu2024-01-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Solved on my jaw pain and overbite issues in an efficient way.