Sleep Apnea and Orthodontics
How We Can Help
Sleep apnea is a serious disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops for 10 seconds or more during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type of sleep apnea and is often caused by excess weight, narrow throats, allergies, smoking, alcohol abuse, and excess growth due to hormones. Sleep apnea can affect anyone at any age. Those who have sleep apnea may wake up in the middle of the night choking or gasping for air. When you experience pauses in breathing while you sleep, your brain registers the resulting elevated levels of carbon monoxide, which forces you to wake up. This leads to a disrupted and restless night of sleep, which can affect your alertness during the day. Many people who suffer from sleep apnea have to use a CPAP machine while they sleep. These machines are usually loud and can keep you and everyone else in the room awake at night. While this does help many people sleep through the night, it’s not an ideal solution for everyone. Oftentimes, physicians work alongside orthodontists to help their patients find solutions for their sleep apnea. They may recommend that a patient gets orthodontic treatment as structural changes to
the jaw can help open up passageways to make breathing easier. Another option is to use a
mouthguard. We can create a mouthguard designed for your mouth to help keep your airways open while you sleep and can even prevent snoring. These mouthguards can help you get a good night’s sleep without the use of a CPAP machine. Visit an orthodontist to get your mouthguard instead of getting an over-the-counter option. Why? Because using an over-the-counter mouthguard can mess up your bite, which can then cause future problems down the line. When you get a mouthguard from us, you are protecting your smile while helping your sleep apnea. If you’ve been struggling with obstructive sleep apnea and your CPAP machine is driving you crazy, talk to your physician about seeing an orthodontist to correct your sleep problems.
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NO-FUSS CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP
Fall is almost here, so it’s time to break out the soup! Your family is sure to love this recipe — it’s a classic.
Ingredients • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, chopped • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 3 carrots, sliced • 3 celery ribs, sliced • 2 chicken bouillon cubes • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
• 1/4 tsp pepper • 4 cups chicken broth • 4 cups water • 1 1/4 lbs bone-in, skinless chicken thighs • 1 cup uncooked white rice • Salt, to taste
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Directions 1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the carrots and celery, then sauté for 1 more minute. 2. Add the bouillon, parsley, pepper, chicken broth, and water. Stir, then add the chicken thighs. 3. Cover and simmer on medium-low for 30 minutes, then add the rice. Stir, cover, and simmer for 15 more minutes. 4. Remove the pot from the heat and transfer the chicken to a large bowl. Shred the meat and add it back to the soup. Discard the bones. 5. Stir, salt, and serve!
SHOW US YOUR RECIPES! WITH #ALBORZICONTEST Are you a talented home chef? Have you ever tried to make one of our recipes? This month, we want to reward one lucky individual who makes our No-Fuss Chicken and Rice Soup. After you’ve made your delicious creation, take a picture of it and post it on Instagram using the hashtag #AlborziContest. On Oct. 5, we will be choosing one of the entries at random to win a $25 Amazon gift card. That way, you’ll enjoy a delicious treat while also taking a chance to win our contest. We can’t wait to see your creations!
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