Mark Burhenne, DDS, and I talk about all things sleep and why sleep quality, not just sleep duration, is so important.

As you know, sleep is all the rage these days.

 But many people are missing a key aspect that’s linked to sleep quality: how well you breathe while you sleep. 

If you have GERD, grind your teeth, snore, or wake up with a dry mouth, you may have a form of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB).

Sleep expert Dr. Mark Burhenne explains. 

As you may know, poor sleep and sleep hygiene (lights at night, inconsistent bedtimes) are linked to many diseases, including…

Cancer, heart disease, weight gain, diabetes, and more.

But it’s not just about getting in your 8 hours.

 Sleep quality is what counts.

And that has a lot to do with breathing.

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Here are a few more highlights from this show:

 

02:05 Sleep and Oral Health

04:50 What Happens in the Mouth Does Not Stay in the Mouth

05:58 Oral Microbiome

08:34 Diet for the Oral Microbiome

16:08 Why Talk to Your Dentist about Sleep?

20:04 Hidden Signs of Sleep Apnea

22:40 Breathing and Your Airway

25:28 GERD and Airway Dysfunction Correlation