Posted on January 25, 2012 by Dr. Erin Elliott
Dear Dr. Elliott and Crystal: You, your practice and staff are the best! I’ve waited too long to let you know how appreciative I am for the time, courtesy and above all skill that you have shown me. I have never slept better!! (in my life) Even though I’m a bit late on the thank … Continue reading Testimonial
Posted on December 15, 2011 by Dr. Erin Elliott
There are three main types of sleep apnea and each one can be classified as mild, moderate, or severe. Though severe cases require thorough attention, it’s important to treat mild sleep apnea too. Even people experiencing mild sleep apnea may stop breathing 5 to 15 times every hour while sleeping. Recent studies have connected sleep … Continue reading Even Mild Sleep Apnea Needs To Be Treated
Posted on November 2, 2011 by Dr. Erin Elliott
While it’s not shocking that conditions such as sleep apnea can cause daytime sleepiness, fatigue, a lack of energy, and restlessness, some of today’s most recent studies show that the condition has a large scale effect on the body. For instance, new studies continuously show that untreated sleep apnea causes the heart to overwork, which … Continue reading Sleep Apnea And Testosterone Levels
Posted on September 28, 2011 by Dr. Erin Elliott
While many aren’t aware of the severity of the risks associated with untreated sleep apnea, many people do know that sleep apnea is a serious condition that requires proper treatment. Some may know that sleep apnea causes fatigue, sleepiness, headaches, and many other symptoms, but not many people are aware that sleep apnea can cause … Continue reading Sleep Apnea And Dementia
Posted on September 8, 2011 by Dr. Erin Elliott
When patients are diagnosed with sleep apnea, physicians such as Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists frequently prescribe surgical treatment. For some patients, it provides relief, but for many others, it is ineffective. Surgical sleep apnea treatment should be reserved as a last resort for treating sleep apnea
Posted on August 29, 2011 by Dr. Erin Elliott
I speak to patients all day about oral hygiene but what is sleep hygiene? I know I don’t have sleep apnea (I have been tested several times) so why do I sometimes find it hard to sleep the whole night through? With some tips and instructions I think
