Many people have trouble sleeping once in a while, such as when they’re stressed or are interrupted by loud noises and other disturbances. Usually, however, the lack of sleep doesn’t last long, and therefore, it doesn’t have a significant impact on their lives. For others, however, trouble sleeping is par for the course, and as a result, they can often experience symptoms such as increasing daytime fatigue, trouble concentrating throughout the day, an increase in mood swings, and more. Fortunately, patients in Livonia, MI, can often find relief by making just a few simple changes to their sleep routine. In more severe cases, however, they may require more direct treatment, such as a custom sleep apnea appliance.
How to Improve Your Sleep
For many people, the go-to solution for trying to sleep better is to turn to an over-the-counter sleep aid. However, medications are not always the answer, and if taken unnecessarily, they may make it even more difficult for you to enjoy restful sleep. Before reaching for such solutions or seeing your sleep expert, try these tips to change up your sleep routine first:
- If you don’t already have a go-to-bed routine, then take some time to develop one. An hour or so before bed, take a hot shower and read a book in low light to help your mind and body relax. Doing so every night will train your body to go into sleep mode once the routine begins.
- Cover your bedroom windows with thick, dark curtains that are guaranteed to keep out any light while you sleep. If noise is also an issue, then use ear plugs to block it out. If it isn’t noisy, then try listening to soothing and relaxing sounds or music as you drift off to sleep each night.
- If nothing else works, then speak with your dentist about the possibility of sleep apnea. The condition can cause you to consistently lose sleep as it forces you to stop breathing throughout the night. Because of this, your body can’t sleep as deeply as it needs to rest, though your dentist can help you alleviate the condition with a custom-designed sleep appliance.
Find Out if You Have Sleep Apnea
If you have trouble sleeping and can’t find rest with these tips, then find out if you have sleep apnea and need a custom-designed sleep appliance. To learn more, schedule a consultation by calling James Stewart, DDS in Livonia, MI today at (734) 425-4400.
