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3 Ways Sleep Apnea May Be Hurting Your Health

If you’re tired when you wake up, feeling drowsy throughout the day, and having trouble with your memory, are you just trying to deal with it the best you can? You may try to combat your tiredness with extra-large cups of coffee or energy drinks – yet don’t experience much improvement to your alertness or energy levels. You may have accepted this as normal for you. But these symptoms may be caused by the common condition of obstructive sleep apnea.

Sleep apnea, also known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), results from an OSA sufferer’s own anatomy. Sleep apnea can cause disrupted sleep night after night. According to this article published by the New York Times, at least 22 million Americans struggle with sleep apnea. Leaving this condition untreated can have seriously negative effects on your health and well-being. Let’s take a look at three ways your untreated sleep apnea may be hurting you.

1. Tiredness from sleep apnea is persistent and can be severe enough to cause problems with day-to-day activities. If you have undiagnosed sleep apnea, you’re feeling tired for a good reason – your sleep is constantly being disrupted. Obstructive sleep apnea causes a person to briefly stop breathing and wake to gasp for air many times each night. Many sleep apnea patients don’t remember waking up in the night, but tiredness poor memory, and difficulty concentrating are telltale signs of this condition.

Dr. Atul Malhotra, the director of Sleep Medicine at the University of California San Diego, says that with sleep apnea “you get sleepiness, lack of energy and an inability to concentrate.” These detrimental effects of sleep apnea can have consequences at work, school, and in every aspect of your life. Treating sleep apnea in Miami can help you reclaim your energy levels and get restful sleep.

2. Systemic effects and metabolic disorders as a result of sleep apnea can include:

• The development of type 2 diabetes
• An increased risk of cardiovascular disease
• A greater risk of developing high blood pressure

Sleep apnea causes your oxygen levels to decrease during the night. Instead of resting and restoring itself during sleep, your body becomes stressed because of OSA and your vital organs receive less oxygen than they need. These decreased oxygen levels can affect your brain, your heart, and every other major organ in your body. Keeping your airway open throughout the night lets your oxygen levels remain stable and helps prevent the unwanted effects of sleep apnea.

3. Mood problems due to poor sleep quality may be another unpleasant consequence of OSA. A poor night’s sleep can make most people a little cranky, but obstructive sleep apnea patients are living with the mood effects of poor sleep, every day. Sleep apnea causes a lack of rest, which can cause or worsen depression, irritability, and relationship problems. Studies done by scientists at the Centers for Disease Control have discovered that having OSA means you also have a greater risk of depression. Fortunately, treatment for obstructive sleep apnea in South Florida is available at the offices of Yazji Orthodontics.

At Yazji Orthodontics, we help our patients with sleep apnea get the rest they need using personalized OAT treatment. Oral Appliance Therapy for obstructive sleep apnea from the offices of Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics is an alternative to CPAP machine treatment and low-quality over-the-counter appliances for sleep apnea. Contact our Weston, Brickell, or Miami office today to schedule an OAT treatment consultation with Dr. Yazji. Don’t let obstructive sleep apnea harm your health – get OAT treatment from Yazji Orthodontics.

Do you want your best smile but can’t fit in too many orthodontic visits?

Time is precious, I think we can all agree on that. There are never enough hours in the day to complete all those tasks we keep adding to our to-do lists. Still, we must prioritize and make decisions about what we will spend our time doing and which tasks we can put off for another day. An average day generally involves exercising, commuting, working, lunch, networking, dinner, time with friends and family, errands . . .  the list goes on and on. So, where does that leave you and the things you do for YOU? Like getting your teeth and smile in tip-top shape? Learn more about Orthodontic Miami.

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That’s where Anywhere Orthodontics comes in! It’s a simple solution that will fit into your busy lifestyle while at the same time helping you to achieve that beautiful Invisalign® smile you’ve always desired.  At Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics, we know that people like you, struggle every day to fit in time for themselves, for self-improvement, or for health reasons – and we want to help. Anywhere Orthodontics was developed because we know your time is limited.  We want to give you that needed assistance to help you create your perfect smile, on your time and on your terms.

It’s as simple as 1,2,3! It really is that easy and these are the 3 simple steps needed to achieve your Invisalign goals:

1. Call to schedule an appointment and to find out about our Invisalign treatment plan and how our remote orthodontic service for Invisalign® can work for you.
2. Personalization – Come in and meet with our experienced and knowledgeable orthodontics team to begin your smile transformation with a 3D scan. Dr. Maria Yazji, a Diamond Invisalign® Orthodontist, will design your personalized treatment plan and send you home with your first sets of Invisalign® aligners.
3. Remote Appointments – Find out how you can stay connected using Anywhere Orthodontics to keep up with your orthodontic progress without the need for extra office visits. Anywhere Orthodontics uses artificial intelligence to help monitor your Invisalign progress. Discover how scanned images from your smartphone can provide you with timely feedback and answers to your treatment questions, anytime, anywhere. Bingo! Time saved!

Anywhere Orthodontics is a convenient option for patients who may sometimes find it difficult to pop in at their orthodontist’s office when questions arise. Remote Appointments are perfect for college students living out of town, for example, teens with busy afterschool schedules, adults who can’t leave their office early, or who travel out of town frequently for business or pleasure. If a question or concern arises and you can’t get to an appointment soon enough, Anywhere Orthodontics makes it possible for the on-the-go folks to keep their orthodontic progress on track!  Do you fit that always-on-the-go profile? If so, what are you waiting for? It’s your turn to smile!

Anywhere Orthodontics

We have three convenient South Florida locations in West Miami, Brickell and Weston staffed with the finest orthodontic team in South Florida. Dr. Maria Yazji is affiliated with such organizations as the American Association of Orthodontists, Florida Dental Association, the American Dental Association, the World Federation of Orthodontics, the Southern Association of Orthodontics, and the American Lingual Orthodontic Association-International and offers many years of expertise treating patients of every age.  If you are ready to get that perfect smile started – in spite of your busy life – and would like to learn more about our remote orthodontic service for Invisalign®, give us a call today or visit our website for additional information.

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Loud Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment in Miami

Loud snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment in Miami – They’d only been married for two weeks and he was already sleeping on the couch. No, it wasn’t something he said. There wasn’t an argument. He didn’t still have a dating app on his phone. It was his snoring! The newlyweds thought they knew what to expect from marriage, but sharing a bed with someone who snores loudly can make it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. It wasn’t the start to married life the couple in downtown Miami had expected. But there was a solution — after a trip to the doctor and a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea, he found out how to get help for snoring in Downtown Miami with OAT Treatment.

Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is a common problem for many people in the US. When you have OSA, lying down can cause your airway to become partially blocked by the soft tissue in your throat. When you have OSA, you may wake many times throughout the night. And though you may not be aware of these disturbances in your sleep, disrupted sleep can have a serious effect on your health. OSA can contribute to weight gain, high blood pressure, mood disorders, and other conditions. And then there’s the snoring. Loud snoring is often a sign of obstructive sleep apnea and can disrupt the sleep of your spouse and leave you sleeping on the couch. Treating OSA in Downtown Miami can help you get a better (and quieter) night’s sleep.

A CPAP machine is often used to treat sleep apnea. This machine and mask keep the airway open while the patient sleeps. But many patients give up on this method of OSA treatment in Miami because they find the machine is noisy, bulky, and embarrassing. But there’s a better option – OAT treatment. OAT (oral appliance therapy) treatment from Yazji Orthodontics is a customized approach to sleep apnea management. Like a CPAP machine, an OAT device helps keep your airway open. But unlike a CPAP machine, an oral appliance therapy device from Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics is quiet, unobtrusive, and easy to use every night.

If you’re considering an oral appliance to manage the symptoms of your sleep apnea, get one that’s made for you. Like an over-the-counter ZYPPAH device for sleep apnea, an OAT device fits right into your mouth. Nut, unlike a ZYPPAH device, an OAT device is made to fit your unique mouth, for more comfortable and effective OSA treatment in Downtown Miami. Don’t settle for an OTC device, get a custom OAT device for sleep apnea from Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics in Miami.

Loud snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment in Miami. Your sleep, and the sleep of your spouse, is important. Don’t keep them up with your snoring, and don’t sleep on the couch anymore – treat your obstructive sleep apnea with OAT therapy from Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics. Schedule an OAT device consultation today. Get the restful sleep you need with the help of a convenient, comfortable oral appliance therapy device when you get OAT treatment in Downtown Miami from the offices of Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Your Risks and Treatment Options

Do you wake up feeling tired? Have you been told that you snore? These signs and symptoms may point to obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea, also known as OSA, is a common condition that impacts the sleep — and health — of many adults. But with the right OSA treatment in South Florida, obstructive sleep apnea won’t be a problem for you.

What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea means that your airway becomes partially blocked when you sleep, causing you to briefly stop breathing. This can happen many times each night and compromise the quality of your sleep.

What causes Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

The soft tissue in your throat that isn’t a problem while you are upright reposition when you lie down, causing your airway to become blocked.  OSA can be the temporary side effect of a cold and can become a problem during pregnancy. OSA can develop due to allergies or weight gain. Smoking, drinking alcohol, and taking some prescription medicines may worsen obstructive sleep apnea. In some cases, genetics are thought to play a role in OSA.

What are the risks associated with Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

If obstructive sleep apnea is a persistent problem for you, your health is at risk. OSA disrupts sleep, which can have negative effects on health and well-being, including:

• Weight gain
• Increased blood pressure
• Greater risk of developing diabetes
• Greater risk of depression and mood disorders
• Daytime drowsiness

And other health risks.

Your body needs deep restorative sleep to rest and heal. Your organs need oxygen. OSA can cause poor sleep and decreases oxygen levels, leaving you tired and less healthy every morning.

How is Obstructive Sleep Apnea treated?

Treatment of OSA involves keeping the airway open continuously during sleep. A CPAP machine, over-the-counter oral devices, and oral appliance therapy are popular obstructive sleep apnea treatment methods.

A CPAP machine requires the OSA patient to wear a mask throughout the night. Many patients stop using their CPAP machine, saying it’s too loud or too inconvenient.  Without treatment, their sleep apnea continues.

An over-the-counter appliance for OSA fits into the mouth and keeps the airway unobstructed during sleep. There’s no mask, no machine, no noise. But OSA patients have found that these boil-and-bite devices lose their shape after being boiled a few times, and can be uncomfortable. When a patient stops wearing their OTC sleep apnea device, their poor sleep quality returns.

OAT treatment from Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics is a good way to correct obstructive sleep apnea. An OAT device is custom-made for the OSA patient at one of our three South Florida offices. This device is worn every night, keeping the airway clear and letting the OSA patient get the restful sleep they need. An OAT device is made to comfortably fit each patient, retain its shape, and conveniently treat obstructive sleep apnea. Contact our Weston, Brickell, or Miami office for an OAT Treatment consultation with Dr. Yazji. Don’t let the risks of OSA harm your health — get treatment for your obstructive sleep apnea at the offices of Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

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Invisalign® + remote appointments for students on the go!

Invisalign is the next generation of advanced tech design for your teeth. It’s the 21^st century and many people no longer accept last year’s model of anything, especially students. Metal braces are old school! They are often painful and unsightly. Now there are newer groundbreaking appliances available to make your orthodontic experience easy and convenient. We can now enhance your Invisalign experience with virtual orthodontic check-ups and artificial intelligence to monitor your treatment remotely. That’s right! You can now improve your smile, anytime, anywhere.

Virtual Orthodontic Check-Ups

For students who may be living away on campus, or who are bogged down with after-school activities, Anywhere Orthodontics is the perfect way to keep their Invisalign treatment on track in spite of time constraints on their schedule.  Students live a Go! Go! Go! lifestyle, they are also tech-savvy which makes virtual orthodontic check-ups a natural option for them to keep in touch with their orthodontic team and to maximize their Invisalign treatment and progress. If “Busy” is your middle name, Invisalign aligners and Anywhere Orthodontics may be for you!

At Dr. Yazji Orthodontics, students will find a nurturing and friendly environment where they will feel comfortable interacting with our doctors and staff. Our Yazji team has many years of experience working with teens and young adults and we understand how busy and hectic their lives can be.  That’s why Dr. Yazji knew that her patients would benefit from advanced technology options like  Anywhere Orthodontics, her popular remote monitoring service that allows for better Invisalign treatment results in less time and with fewer visits.

Remote Appointments with Invisalign

There are so many advantages for students and parents who choose remote appointments with Invisalign. Here are just a few:

• Invisalign braces, also called aligners, are removable. The right look at the right time is every student’s goal and the fact that you can remove the Invisalign device when you want to makes it a must-have for any student who is perfecting their smile.
• Students don’t have to miss school or after-school activities to go to appointments. They can simply use easy and convenient remote appointments.  And while remote appointments should not replace regular appointments, they are a great option when a tight schedule, out-of-town travel, or campus distance makes it impossible to get to Dr. Yazji’s office if an issue or question arises.
• Brushing and flossing, which is a MUST when creating a healthy smile, is so much easier when you can temporarily remove your Invisalign aligners.
• Taking time off from work to make it to the orthodontist’s office is no longer a struggle.
• Planning is important to a busy student and because your treatment is monitored and scheduled in advance, or remotely available, your Invisalign progress will stay on track.
• Invisalign braces are practically invisible – which means no more bulky braces and embarrassing and painful wires.
• Invisalign braces are custom-fit using 3D scan technology to perfectly fit your teeth.

It really is as simple as making an appointment to come in and get your 3D imaging scan and custom-fit Invisalign aligners.  Your treatment plan will be designed specifically to fit your needs and lifestyle. Dr. Maria Yazji has years of advanced training beyond dental school and specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of orthodontic problems and dental and facial irregularities. Our experienced team will help guide you through your Invisalign journey and instruct you on how to use Anywhere Orthodontics. You will be amazed at how simple and convenient it will be to use Virtual Check-ups from the comfort of your own home or college campus.

Remote appointments are what makes Anywhere Orthodontics a great option for our Invisalign patients – and especially for students.  Contact our Miami, Brickell, or Weston offices to schedule your appointment and to learn more about how Invisalign and Anywhere Orthodontics can work for you. Call today at (954) 217-3737 or visit our website for more information.

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The most advanced technology to give you the best Invisalign® smile yet!

How would you like to have that million-dollar smile? You know, the one that would change your entire outlook. Yes, that one! What if someone told you that it is as easy as picking up a phone right now, and just making the decision to call. I’m talking about that specific  Invisalign smile that you can only get at Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics. Once upon a time, having to wear braces was something everyone dreaded, they were bulky sharp pieces of metal that made you look funny and inspired all sorts of bullying from everyone from your big brother to the school bad boy. I, how times have changed, and Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics is one of the leaders of that change. Learn more about Anywhere Orthodontic App.

Anywhere Orthodontic App

Now! To make life even better and easier, Dr. Yazji Orthodontics has developed their signature Anywhere Orthodontic App! Dr. Yazji’s personalized treatment plan uses the latest technology to design your Invisalign smile and uses remote monitoring using the App to send you instructions about your treatment and progress, right to your phone. Yes, you read that correctly – TO YOUR PHONE! Dr. Yazji just took orthodontic treatment to the next level. You simply download the app and you will enjoy fewer appointments and faster treatments. It’s as easy as snapping a quick picture from your phone and sending it to Dr. Yazji. She’ll review your images and personal file and send you back a message regarding the next step to be taken. She doesn’t waste a moment of your precious time.

Invisalign Braces

Anywhere Orthodontics by Dr. Maria Yazji is a great option for smart, on-the-move people who want the most up-to-date and advanced technology for their best Invisalign® smile! We have top-of-the-line Invisalign braces that let you say goodbye to old-style orthodontics and hello to getting on with your life. Dr. Yazji uses Invisalign^®  clear aligners designed with unique advances like SmartTrack^™ material to give you your best smile up to 50% faster than the old-fashioned way. Your time is as important to us as it is to you. You and your smile are worth the best and most advanced orthodontic treatment available and that is what you will get at Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

Dental Monitoring App

It’s not a question of if – but when! Why waste another moment thinking about your next move. When it comes to you and your smile, we have made your decision a no-brainer. Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics will save you time and money by utilizing the most advanced orthodontic technology available, there is no other place better than Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics! Please don’t hesitate to give us a call at (954) 217 – 3737.  We are here to help you!

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Smiling Makes you More Attractive

Get straight teeth!

Dozens of studies have found that smiling makes people look more attractive. Additional research has concluded that orthodontic treatment between the ages of 11 and 31 has the most influential effect on attractiveness as an adult. Other research has proven that people who smile in their online dating pictures go on more successful dates. It is safe to say that smiling is extremely important to how others perceive you. Smiling makes forming any kind of relationship easier. Dating can be a breeze when you are smiling! People want to be around others that are happy and confident!

Smiling is a part of life, especially in beautiful Florida! If you find yourself hiding your smile, orthodontic treatment may be what you need! Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics offers a wide range of services for people of any age with any needs! The team at Yazji Orthodontics has decades of combined experience and specialized training. No problem is unsolvable!

Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics has services to help anyone.

• Anywhere Orthodontics
• Accelerated Orthodontics
• Express Lane
• Early Treatment
• Free Athletic Mouth Guards- Children Under 12
• Incognito Lingual Braces
• Insignia Advanced Smile Design
• Invisalign
• Invisalign Teen
• Invisalign First
• OAT Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• Silver and Ceramic Braces
• WildSmiles Braces for Kids
• Zoom! Teeth Whitening

Improve your smile and boost your confidence!

Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics focuses on the whole patient, not just your teeth. Your tongue, cheeks, and lips are all taken into consideration during orthodontic treatment to make sure that you have the most perfect results! Every traditional orthodontic service such as braces, mouth guards, and cleaning is offered at Dr. Yazji’s 3 South Florida orthodontics offices in Miami and Weston! They also offer unconventional services such as dermal fillers, teeth whitening, and wrinkle treatment. New orthodontic treatment is constantly being designed and Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics uses the newest and safest methods to get people looking their best!

Straight Teeth

Preventative treatment for children, braces for your teen, lingual braces, teeth whitening, and dermal fillers are just a few of the services offered at Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics! You deserve to have that confidence that makes everyone want to be around you. It doesn’t matter whether you are actively dating or if you are not exactly looking right now, smiling makes building any kind of relationship easier! Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics understands how important smiling is and will do whatever it takes to get you showing a confident, happy smile.

If you’re unsure about which orthodontic treatment is right for you. Dr. Yazji and her qualified team can offer you all the information you need to decide what’s best for you and get you smiling in no time!

With such a long list of services, it is guaranteed that Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics has what you are looking for. If you find yourself hiding your smile, it’s time to change the way people look at you! Call Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics today to schedule a complimentary consultation for one of her offices in South Florida: Weston, Brickell, and West Miami. Your best smile only a click away. Book your consult and get straight teeth with Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

It’s All In The Stats: The Truth About The Importance Of Your Smile

Some people believe that communication begins with your words, but it starts much earlier than that. According to psychologist Albert Mehrabian’s communication model, only 7% of what we communicate is actually verbal, yet 55% is body language which encompasses your smile. Statistically speaking, your smile delivers a powerful message when you choose to send it. It says so much about yourself that you don’t realize, even the length and width of your smile and most certainly your teeth and whether they are cared for or not.

Importance Of Your Smile

Every single time you smile you activate the messaging system in your brain that sends a neural text for some serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins to throw your body a party. This all happens within moments of you deciding to smile.

According to a university in Minnesota experiment, there are 19 different types of smiles but only 6 are due to happiness. Let Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics help you to make each of those 6 smiles outstanding! A study by a UC-San Francisco researcher found that these different types of smiles can be placed in one of two categories: polite or sincere smiles and can use up to 53 muscles in your face. If that isn’t enough, read these interesting facts?

• Your smile can strengthen your immune system
• Babies are said to be able to smile moments after they are born
• Smiles can be contagious
• Generally, women smile more than men (Except men who have visited Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics in South Florida!)

Your smile sends out the most basic human communication that says, “I’m worth getting to know.” It also says, “I’m open to new experiences, outgoing and fun to be around.”  Believe it or not, your smile is also thought to regulate blood pressure and improve your moods. If the strength and importance of your smile are important enough to have countless experiments and studies done, then it is important enough to invest in.

Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics

Call Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics today for more fascinating facts about your smile and how a few visits to one of their conveniently located South Florida offices can help transform yours into a masterpiece. Go on and make an appointment right now to see the team at Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics and let them help you to make your dating smile a successful statistic! Contact them now at their Miami, Brickell, or Weston dental offices to get the help your smile needs. Dr.Yazji and her team are the foremost Smile Engineers in South Florida!

Call today at (954) 217-3737 or visit their website for more information.

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Is Your Smile Ready for Dating?

Insignia Advanced Smile Design: So, you have decided that you are ready to put yourself out there and start dating again. Great! Well now, the very first thing you’re going to have to work on, is your smile! People underestimate the power of the smile and how much visual attraction is generated via the curvature of your lips. If you haven’t done so already, go and practice your smile and see what you feel. A full, vivacious, and brilliant smile is what causes people to take a second look. If this is not what you are seeing in your reflection, then you will want to speak with Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics as soon as possible. Insignia Advanced Smile Design…

If you are making that step, then make sure you are doing everything that you can to ensure that your smile is on point and ready for new adventures! No matter your age or your stage in life, Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics in South Florida has the right orthodontic treatment for you. It’s simple, easy, and doesn’t take as long as you think. Before you know it, that gorgeous smile will be reflected back at you from the mirror.

You may think people are shallow if great teeth and a beautiful smile make such a difference, but have you ever gone to look for a car and longed for the dull, rusty one instead of the shiny, sparkling one? Most people don’t and that’s because the shiny car looks well cared for and inviting. The same goes for your teeth, treat them with the same care and concern you would for something that is important to you, after all, your smile is one of your main attractions!

This may shock you but your smile is one of the first things people will notice about you.  When it comes to dating, ask Mona Lisa. People have gone in droves to see her and ponder about her smile. If she opened her mouth, she would have doubled her viewers – or maybe not if she hadn’t been to see Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

At Yazji Orthodontics in Miami and Weston, Florida, you can expect the best quality service and treatment, and your experience there will make you wonder why you even waited as long as you did. When you truly understand how important your smile really is, you are going to do everything possible to make sure it is perfect? Treat your smile like it is as important as it is and make an orthodontic appointment now to see the team at Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics in Miami and Weston and let them help you to make your dating experience fabulous!

Contact them now at their Miami, Brickell, or Weston dental offices to learn more about how Dr. Yazji and her team is going to help your smile fill your dating calendar

Call today at (954) 217-3737 or visit their website for more information.

Is snoring ruining your love life?

Do you struggle with sleeplessness and snoring then you might want to call your orthodontist? There are many people who refuse to stay the night with their partners because of the embarrassment of snoring. There are couples who haven’t shared the same bed for years because of his or her snoring. There is something you can do to treat this embarrassing problem. Disturbed sleep and snoring are just some of the signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and believe it or not, your teeth could be to blame. Many people are really surprised when they hear this. The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 22 million Americans suffer from Sleep Apnea and 80 percent of these cases are undiagnosed.

If you think you or your loved one may suffer from this, then you might want to have it checked out. Obstructive Sleep Apnea can cause repeated breathing interruptions throughout the night, these pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes and may occur 30 or more times per hour. Gasping for breath can cause you to wake up repeatedly through the night which contributes to fatigue and drowsiness during the daytime hours.  This lack of restful and uninterrupted sleep can greatly affect your daytime activities and concentration.  Sleep apnea is also linked to a higher risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. Some evidence suggests that if you get your sleep back, it can help you to lose weight and this could change your love life. Everything counts when you’re trying to get to sleep.

Sleep Apnea can happen for various reasons, the muscles in the back of your throat are soft, your tongue might be too large or even your jaw could be too large, and all these things can cause obstruction to your airways. You have a few choices to help you resolve this problem. You can choose surgery which includes:

1. Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty which I a procedure that removes the soft tissue at the back of your throat.
2. Nasal surgery corrects naval problems or
3. Mandibular maxillomandibular advancement surgery which corrects facial problems.

The easier, simplest, and better option is to simply call Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics because they know something that you might not. Many times, the first sign of sleep apnea is tooth grinding, which is called bruxism. Grinding your teeth can cause breaks and inflamed and receding gums. Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics can fit you with an oral appliance and you will find that you don’t need surgery at all. You can choose an over-the-counter appliance that never quite fits properly and can cause more problems than they fix, or you can get a custom fit appliance designed for your mouth by an experienced orthodontist trained in this type of correction and who will provide you with a comfortable night’s sleep.  Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) has been proven to be an effective treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics will take impressions of your teeth to make sure that your appliance is absolutely right for you.

Don’t wait until you have to come to see your orthodontist. Take control of your sleep and call to book an appointment today at any of our convenient South Florida orthodontics offices. It really is as simple as: do you want a better night’s sleep?

Contact Dr. Mari Yazji at her Miami, Brickell, or Weston orthodontics offices to learn more about how oral appliance therapy can help you achieve better sleep and better health.

Call today at (954) 217-3737 to see how they can make your smile make you more desirable or visit their website for more information.

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