by Carmen M. Ball | Jul 7, 2026 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
Short answer: for some people, yes. A flat night guard — the kind you’re handed for grinding — isn’t a treatment for sleep apnea, and in some people it can actually make it worse. Here’s why, and what to do if you’ve got one sitting on your...
by Carmen M. Ball | Dec 27, 2024 | Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing, Breathing
Let’s cut to the chase—if you’re a mouth breather, it’s time for a serious reality check. Feeling tired, bloated, stressed, or just plain blah? Your mouth breathing habits might be the culprit. Most people think breathing is as simple as “in and out,” but how you...
by Carmen M. Ball | Aug 26, 2024 | Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
ADHD & Sleep Problems: Are They Related? I’ve been practicing myofunctional therapy for years, and have worked with many clients with sleep disorders. Recently, I was wrapping up a two year therapy stint with a client who was giving me feedback about his...
by Carmen M. Ball | Feb 16, 2024 | Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
Understanding Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options Many of our clients have had sleep studies and have been told that they have Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) but the conversation usually ends there. I’m not sure if...
by Carmen M. Ball | Nov 20, 2023 | Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
The Importance of Quality Sleep on Your Health Quality sleep is your body’s unsung hero, not just a nightly ritual but a cornerstone of your overall well-being. Beyond mere rest, it’s during sleep that your body undergoes vital restorative functions,...
by Carmen M. Ball | Mar 31, 2023 | Sleep & Sleep Disordered Breathing
Do you have a child who is being treated for ADHD but might have a sleep disorder? You might have just dismissed the thought (or the connection between ADHD and sleep disorders), but many people who I’ve met or worked with over the years have never heard of the...
