Listen to Dr Harry Ball's interview about bruxism (tooth grinding) with Matthew from the Happy Habit podcast by clicking the link below. The medical term for teeth clenching or grinding that is not associated with regular chewing is bruxism. Those who experience...
Sleep apnoea disrupts the lives of many, leading to problematic snoring, tiredness and health challenges. While Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines have been the traditional treatment, they aren't suitable and difficult to use for most people. Now,...
Are you or your partner suffering from the dreaded snore monster? If so, you're not alone. In fact, research suggests that in the 30 to 60-year-old age bracket, 44% of men and 28% of women regularly snore1. And if you thought age would bring reprieve, think again....
Most people understand that getting enough sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being, but not everyone realises that the quality of their sleep is just as important. Getting the right amount of restful sleep reduces stress levels, allows us to stay...
Sleep Apnoea is a common disorder where people stop breathing for a time while asleep at night. Men feature highly in the statistics surrounding this condition, with 49% of men aged 40-69 suffering from OSA. Immediate symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) can...
Sleep apnoea is a well-known but not very well-understood sleep disorder. While one of the common symptoms is snoring, often people just feel this is an annoying thing their spouse does which keeps them awake, rather than a sign of something potentially more sinister....
Sleep apnoea is one of the most common medical disorders facing Australians today. While anyone can have the condition, it’s roughly three times more common in men over 30 years of age than in women, with about 1 in 4 males suffering from some degree of sleep apnoea.1...
Many CPAP side effects or complications result from ill-fitting masks which leak air. However, it is not recommended to make adjustments to the machine yourself, as the device is a prescribed treatment and should only be adjusted under the direction of a healthcare...
The 3 types of Sleep Apnoea Sleep apnoea is a sleeping disorder where a person has trouble breathing when asleep. They experience pauses in breathing that can last longer than 10 seconds. When oxygen levels in the blood dip, the brain sends a signal known as an...
Struggling with sleep bruxism? Excessive teeth grinding during sleep can really affect your quality of life, so here are 5 easy ways to treat your bruxism.
