Sleep Disorders

Bruxism Bruxism refers to the grinding or clenching of the teeth. Bruxism is also known as teeth grinding. You grind or clench your teeth unintentionally many times in the night. Many people grind their teeth in sleep but some of them grind their teeth in day time also. Many of them are not aware ...Continue Reading

Causes of Sleep Paralysis Causes of sleep Paralysis can be broadly divided on the types of sleep paralysis. Common Sleep Paralysis Causes: The Common Sleep Paralysis for most people, happens, during R.E.M. state, when the body releases hormones that paralyze the body to keep it from acting out d ...Continue Reading

Causes Of Snoring - Allergies Do you need to address the snoring problem that you have? There are a host of reasons why one may be sawing logs at night, and the first step on the road to snoring recovery is determining the causes of snoring problem. While in many cases, the main causes of snoring ...Continue Reading

Bed-Wetting Symptoms Bed-wetting refers to involuntary urination during sleep in children over the age of 5. Bed-wetting may occur at any point during the night but usually occurs during the first few hours of sleep. Occasional bed-wetting for children over the age of 5 is not uncommon but if it h ...Continue Reading

Bruxism Treatment Bruxism treatment varies depending on the cause. There are different types of treatments available. The treatment should prevent in damaging your teeth and jaws. Consult your doctor before starting any treatment. You should go for regular dental check up and find any unusual wear ...Continue Reading

Hypersomnia - Causes and Symptoms Causes of Hypersomnia There are several causes of hypersomnia, including: The sleep disorders narcolepsy (daytime sleepiness) and sleep apnea (interruptions of breathing during sleep) Dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system, or drug or alcohol abuse A physica ...Continue Reading

Bruxism Self Care Bruxism self care steps given fellow may prevent or help treat bruxism: As bruxism mainly occurs when you are asleep, you will not be aware of the condition. Take help from your sleep partner to know whether you grind your teeth in sleep or not. You should visit dentist regula ...Continue Reading

Causes of Narcolepsy Causes of narcolepsy are believed to be from a genetic predisposition and abnormal neurotransmitter (hypocretin, also known as orexin) functioning and sensitivity. Narcolepsy is a neurological condition associated with a fault in the mechanisms in the brain, which co ...Continue Reading

Tooth Grinding, Bruxism By Fashun Smith Tooth grinding, called bruxism, affects a large portion of adults—estimates range from 50 to 95%. It usually occurs at night, while the bruxer isn’t aware of it to stop it. You may have been a tooth grinder for years without realizing it. But ...Continue Reading

Bruxism Diagnosis Bruxism diagnosis can be done through the regular visits to the dentist, the teeth are examined for evidence of bruxism; often indicated by the tips of the teeth appearing flat. If bruxism symptoms are present, the condition will be observed for changes over the next several visi ...Continue Reading