by Dr. Shapira | Nov 29, 2018 | TMJ
What is the common underlying link of all of these. The Trigeminal Nerve and the Autonomic nerves of thee Sphenopalatine Ganglion. Self-Administered SPG Blocks can improve many autonomic issues in patients. This is the connection of TMJ disorders to problems with the...
by Dr. Shapira | Nov 12, 2018 | TMJ Chicago |
DNA and RNA Appliance are used to Treat a wide variety of issues including TMJ disorders, Headaches, Migraines, Snoring and Sleep Apnea. Postural disorders to impaired breathing can be related to chronic head and neck pain and spread postural issues throughout the...
by Dr. Shapira | Jul 19, 2018 | TMJ Chicago
Treatment of Sleep Apnea with oral appliances is an excellent alternative to CPAP for mild to moderate sleep apnea and an alternative for severe sleep apnea when patient do no tolerate or want CPAP. Since 1982 Dr Shapira has been a leader in the field of Dental Sleep...
by Dr. Shapira | Apr 17, 2018 | Chicago, Highland Park, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Sleep, TMJ Chicago
Sleep Apnea is a dangerous disorder with multiple medical problems associated with untreated Sleep Apnea. There are many methods used to treat sleep apnea. The standard medical treatment is CPAP or versions of CPAP called BiPAP and APAP. CPAP in any of it’s...
by Dr. Shapira | Apr 11, 2014 | Blog
CPAP is life saving technology for people with obstructive sleep apnea. Unfortunately, the majority of patients do not tolerate CPAP and often go untreated. Dental Sleep Medicine offers a comfortable, safe and effective alternative to CPAP. Dr Shapira is a pioneer...