Telehealth is a hot topic. Although its recent rise is partially linked with the decline in in-person visits during the coronavirus pandemic, telehealth has in fact been heralded as the ‘next big thing’ in healthcare for more than a decade. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has announced its commitment to advancing the use…
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Sometimes we just do things that unwittingly sabotage our sleep. Here are some of the worst personal habits that can mess with the quality and quantity of our sleep: 5examples of poor sleep hygiene Screen time at bedtime. Taking our smartphones to bed with us is becoming one of the key causes of disrupted sleep.…
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When left untreated, OSA has been shown to be associated with the development of high blood pressure, stroke, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, mood disorders, and much more. Recent studies show that OSA affects 18million Americans, with estimates showing that more than 80 percent of moderate to severe cases remain undiagnosed. New initiatives to enable dentists…
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This is the second time Dr. Mazeika was recognized by this regional publication; it also awarded him the honor in 2010. It’s important to note that no public relations firm is engaged in this honorary process. The Seattle Met accolade is the result of physician peers in the greater Seattle area who vote for regional…
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The constant yawning, need for naps during the day, and struggle to get out of bed in the morning even after a full night of sleep are clear signs of sleep deprivation. But they aren’t the only ones. Here are ten other signs of underlying sleep deprivation that you might not be aware of: You…
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Here’s what happened and what you need to know about Ambien (a prescription sleeping medication) and its relationship to sleep behaviors known as parasomnias: Waking dream turns into a nightmare What started out as a call for help during the very early morning hours of May 12 did not, in fact, involve a downed small…
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Pay us a visit at the Mill Creek Festival &Street Fair! Come talk with our sleep specialists directly! We have helped thousands throughout the Pacific Northwest to improve their sleep.Poor quality sleep, regardless of the cause, can impact stamina, focus and mood, and may eventually take a toll on overall health. Let us help to…
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While CPAP continues to advance as a therapy for treating sleep breathing disorders, dental alternatives (snoring mouth guards and oral appliance therapy, or OAT) have recently been approved as first-line approaches to treating these same sleep disorders. What is dental sleep medicine? The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) defines it dental sleep medicine…
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Gandis Mazeika, MD presents: Dental Sleep Medicine Luncheon: “Screening Dental Patients for Sleep Apnea & Snoring” Date: Wednesday, July 27th Time: 12:30pm to 1:30pm Location: Sound Sleep Health 509 Olive Way, Suite 1435 MDB Conference Room, 3rd Floor Seattle, WA 98101 Phone: 425.296.6738 Please join us as Dr. Gandis Mazeika, a local sleep specialist, shares…
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If you are diagnosed with a pretty straightforward case of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you may be prescribed positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy for treatment. Those who qualify for CPAP therapy may often qualify for APAP. What is the difference between the two treatments? CPAP: As its name suggests, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) delivers…
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We’re in a different bed, with or without our usual bed partners. The lighting is different, the sound levels are different. The bedding looks, feels, and smells different. We could be exhausted from a day of traveling or attending a convention or visiting dozens of relatives at a family reunion, and yet, we know we…
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