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In this episode, Lancette VanGuilder interviews Sarah, an international airway expert, about the connection between hormones, inflammation, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Sarah shares her personal journey with orthodontics and myofunctional therapy, highlighting the importance of proper sleep and tongue posture in hormone regulation. They discuss how poor sleep and breathing can affect cortisol levels, insulin resistance, and hormone imbalances, particularly in women with PCOS. Sarah emphasizes the need for women to prioritize oral function for overall health, including hormone regulation and fertility. The conversation also touches on the importance of advocating for oneself in healthcare and the value of regular sleep tests.
Sound Bites

"Good sleep is one of the most important things our body needs to regulate our hormones."
"Insulin resistance is one of the hallmarks of polycystic ovary syndrome."
"Sleep affects hormone production, regulation, and our nervous system."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor
01:19 Sarah's Journey in the Airway Space
06:28 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Hormone Health
09:06 Oral Function and Women's Health
11:24 Personal Healthcare Experiences and Advocacy
16:08 The Importance of Sleep Tests

Takeaways

Proper sleep and tongue posture are crucial for hormone regulation, particularly in women with conditions like PCOS.
Poor sleep and breathing can lead to elevated cortisol levels, insulin resistance, and hormone imbalances.
Women need to prioritize oral function for overall health, including hormone regulation and fertility.
Advocating for oneself in healthcare is important, especially when seeking answers and solutions for health issues.
Regular sleep tests can provide valuable insights into sleep quality and potential sleep disorders.



Keywords

#hormones, #inflammation, #polycysticovarysyndrome, #PCOS, #myofunctional therapy, #sleep, #breathing, #cortisol, #insulinresistance, #tongueposture, #oral health, #women's health, #fertility, #healthcare #advocacy, #sleeptests #sleepapnea

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Summary

Sleep apnea is a common yet often undiagnosed sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. It can have far-reaching consequences, including hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and stroke.

 Recent advancements in oral appliances offer a promising avenue for managing sleep apnea and reducing blood pressure. Sleep apnea comes in two primary forms: obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. Both types result in a lack of oxygen and trigger the release of stress hormones, raising blood pressure and putting strain on the cardiovascular system.

 The gold standard for treating sleep apnea used to be CPAPs, but many patients seek alternative options due to factors like discomfort and noise. One alternative option is oral appliances, also known as mandibular advancement devices or mandibular repositioning appliances. These custom-fit devices gently reposition the lower jaw forward, preventing the collapse of the airway and promoting unobstructed breathing. Studies have shown that oral appliances can be highly effective in reducing the severity of sleep apnea and improving symptoms such as snoring and daytime sleepiness. Additionally, research indicates that these devices can also lead to significant reductions in blood pressure. The conversation discusses two oral appliances designed to improve breathing at night and treat sleep apnea, snoring, and airway obstructions. 

The first appliance is the Silent Night, which can be customized to fit individual needs and has a high compliance rate. The second appliance is the Vivos Versa, made of medical-grade nylon and ideal for people who grind or clench their teeth. It promotes growth and development, nasal breathing, and trains the oral facial muscles and tongue. However, not all patients will respond equally, and factors such as the severity of sleep apnea and individual preferences must be considered. Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition with potentially life-threatening consequences. However, there are new, innovative, FDA-approved approaches to manage sleep apnea, such as oral appliance therapy. Regular follow-ups with a qualified sleep expert or airway-focused dentist are crucial for assessing treatment progress and making necessary modifications to oral appliances. 

Addressing sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy not only improves sleep quality and daytime functioning but also reduces the risk of hypertension and its associated complications. Sleep apnea and high blood pressure can have symptoms or be asymptomatic, so it's important to get screened and know your numbers.
#sleepapnea #sleepapneaawareness #hypertension #highbloodpressure #snoring #mouthbreathing #beyondbreathing
Chapters
02:01 The Impact of Sleep Apnea on Blood Pressure and the Cardiovascular System
03:52 Reducing Blood Pressure
06:26 Considerations for Choosing an Oral Appliance
08:18 The Importance of Screening
08:38 Conclusion

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Summary

Jessica shares her journey of navigating sleep, breathing, and behavior struggles with her children. She discusses the challenges she faced in getting a proper diagnosis and treatment, including medical neglect and dismissive healthcare providers. Jessica emphasizes the importance of listening to parents' self-reported experiences and the need for healthcare practitioners to consider the root causes of symptoms. She also highlights the impact of insurance limitations on accessing necessary care. Jessica encourages healthcare providers to join support groups and educate themselves on the experiences of parents dealing with sleep apnea in children. She shares her online platforms where she documents her family's alternative lifestyle and advocates for her child's care.

Keywords

sleep apnea, children, diagnosis, treatment, medical neglect, dismissive healthcare providers, self-reported experiences, root causes, insurance limitations, support groups, alternative lifestyle, advocacy

Takeaways

• Parents' self-reported experiences should be considered as important as factual data in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea in children.
• Healthcare providers should listen to parents' stories, review videos, and take subjective experiences into account when making diagnoses.
• The root causes of sleep apnea, such as skeletal deficiencies and tongue ties, should be addressed to provide effective treatment.
• Insurance limitations can hinder access to necessary care for children with sleep apnea.
• Joining support groups and educating oneself on the experiences of parents dealing with sleep apnea in children can provide valuable insights for healthcare providers.

Titles

• Overcoming Insurance Limitations in Pediatric Care
• The Importance of Listening to Parents' Experiences

Sound Bites

• "The self-reported subjective experience of parents needs to be as important as the factual data collected through testing."
• "If you see a kid whose tonsils don't look like they need to come out but the parents are reporting symptoms, that is a sign that their airway needs to be looked at."
• "Joining support groups and reading the stories of parents dealing with sleep apnea can be a humbling reality check for healthcare practitioners."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

18:20
The Importance of Self-Reported Experiences and Root Cause Analysis

32:04
Successful Sleep Studies and the Severity of Sleep Apnea

38:40
The Need for Healthcare Providers to Listen to Parents

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Summary

This episode discusses the benefits of wearing an eye mask while sleeping to block out light and improve sleep quality. The research shows that even small amounts of light exposure at night can be harmful to our health, affecting sleep architecture, insulin resistance, heart rate, and cognitive function. Wearing an eye mask can improve sleep quality and duration, reduce headaches, and help with insomnia. The episode provides tips for managing light at night, including getting an eye mask, making the bedroom darker, avoiding electronic devices before bed, and getting enough daylight during the day.

Takeaways

Wearing an eye mask while sleeping can improve sleep quality and duration.
Even small amounts of light exposure at night can be harmful to our health.
Managing light at night by using an eye mask, making the bedroom darker, and avoiding electronic devices before bed can help improve sleep.
Getting enough daylight during the day can offset the detrimental effects of light at night.

Chapters

Tips for Managing Light at Night
The Importance of Daylight for Sleep

HIGHLIGHTS

"Bedrooms are rarely as dark as they should be."
"Light exposure at night is associated with higher rates of diabetes, hypertension, obesity."
"Wearing an eye mask at night improves memory and alertness the next morning."

#eyemask, #sleepquality, #lightexposure, #health, #sleepapnea, #bedroomdarkness, #daylight #sierrasleepwell, #beyondbreathing

Keywords

eye mask, sleep quality, light exposure, health effects, sleep disturbances, insomnia, bedroom darkness, electronic devices, daylight

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In this episode, Dr.  Dassani, a bestselling author and Airway practitioner, discusses the crucial connection between airway and health. She shares her personal journey into the field of airway dentistry and the motivation behind her work. She explains the symptoms and diagnosis of sleep-disordered breathing in both adults and children, highlighting the importance of early intervention. She emphasizes the role of dentists in airway treatment and the need for collaboration with other healthcare providers. Another podcast for you to check out: Podcast - Meghna Dassani
Airway is Life: Waking up to Your Family’s Sleep Crisis: Dassani, Dr. Meghna: 9781736658918: Amazon.com: Books

Takeaways

• Sleep-disordered breathing can have a significant impact on health and quality of life.
• Symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing in adults include snoring, daytime tiredness, and frequent waking during the night.
• Symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing in children can vary and may include snoring, mouth breathing, bedwetting, and difficulty concentrating.
• Early screening and intervention for sleep-disordered breathing in children is crucial for their overall health and development.
• Dentists play a key role in identifying and treating airway issues, and collaboration with other healthcare providers is essential.
• Parents and caregivers should advocate for their child's sleep health and seek multiple opinions if necessary.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:05
Journey into Airway Dentistry

10:19
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Adults

11:12
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children

16:57
Screening and Early Intervention for Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children

19:17
Age and Development of Sleep-Disordered Breathing

21:28
Collaboration and Referral Network for Airway Treatment

24:20
The Role of Dentists in Airway Treatment

26:39
Resources for Further Information

28:22
Advice for Parents and Caregivers

WEBSITE: Children with Sleep Apnea - A Parents Resource by Meghna Dassani
Healthy Sleep Revolution Podcast: Podcast - Meghna Dassani
BOOKS:Book - Meghna Dassani

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In this episode, the host explores the world of sleep apnea and the quest to revolutionize treatment beyond the traditional CPAP machine. The limitations of the CPAP machine are discussed, leading to the exploration of emerging alternatives such as oral appliance therapy, hypoglossal nerve stimulation, and positional therapy devices. The episode concludes with a recommendation to explore all available treatment options and work closely with sleep specialists to find the best approach for individual needs.  www.sierrasleepwell.com

Takeaways

• Sleep apnea disrupts sleep patterns and poses serious health risks.
• The CPAP machine has limitations and many patients struggle with compliance.
• Emerging alternatives to CPAP include oral appliance therapy, hypoglossal nerve stimulation, and positional therapy devices.
• It is important to explore all available treatment options and work closely with sleep specialists to find the best approach for individual needs.
• www.sierrasleepwell.com

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Sleep Apnea and CPAP

01:56
Limitations of CPAP Machine

03:21
Emerging Alternatives: Oral Appliance Therapy, #vivos #mandibularadvancementdevice #VIVOSstarterappliance

07:07
Emerging Alternatives: Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation

07:35
Emerging Alternatives: Positional Therapy Devices

08:03
Conclusion and Recommendations

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Sleep Apnea's Impact on Relationships and School Performance

Sarah Jackson shared her personal and professional experiences with sleep and breathing. She highlighted how her husband's sleep apnea diagnosis and subsequent treatment improved his quality of life, mood, and motivation, and positively impacted their marriage. 

Additionally, Sarah discussed her daughter's sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment. The treatment, which included tonsil and adenoid removal and a palatal expander, led to an improvement in her daughter's sleep, concentration, and overall enjoyment of school.

Sarah Jackson, MS, RDH is a tenured professor at Eastern Washington University. She has worked in the dental profession in several roles over the last 26 years. She is a passionate health and wellness advocate, yoga ambassador and Pilates instructor She leads wellness interventions with her community colleagues and students. Sarah is an international speaker and published author.  She co-founded Abundant Life, a health and wellness hub and she strive to inspire positive change for healthcare providers by promoting overall health and wellness. 

You can reach Sarah at www.healthandwellnesshub.com or [email protected]

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In this episode, I discuss sleep apnea and its impact on sleep quality. The importance of pillows and sleep positions in managing sleep apnea is highlighted. Different types of pillows suitable for individuals with sleep apnea are mentioned, along with the benefits of specific sleep positions. The benefits of sleeping on the right side and the left side are explained, as well as the option of sleeping at an incline. The episode concludes by emphasizing the importance of consulting with healthcare professionals for personalized guidance. 

Takeaways

• Sleep apnea is a disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep and can be potentially life-threatening.
• Pillows play a crucial role in supporting the head, neck, and airway alignment during sleep for individuals with sleep apnea.
• Different types of pillows, such as memory foam pillows and those with cutouts for CPAP masks, are recommended for individuals with sleep apnea.
• Side sleeping is the most recommended position for managing sleep apnea, but sleeping on the right side or at an incline can also have benefits.
• Consulting with healthcare professionals, such as sleep coaches or chiropractors, is important to find the best pillow and sleep position for individual needs.
• For more information, you can check out www.sierrasleepwell.com or www.sleepfoundation.org

#sleepapnea; #sleepsolutions

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Sleep Apnea

01:55
The Importance of Pillows and Sleep Positions

03:23
Types of Pillows for Sleep Apnea

04:19
Sleeping Positions for Sleep Apnea

05:14
Benefits of Sleeping on the Right Side

06:39
Benefits of Sleeping on the Left Side

08:07
Sleeping at an Incline

09:06
Consulting with Healthcare Professionals

09:36
Conclusion

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