Welcome to Dr. Krish’s Corner
Welcome to Dr. Krish’s Corner, my little corner of the Internet where we’ll discuss TMJ and Sleep Disorders and review the current literature on the subject. As a longtime suffer from TMJ pain, I was first introduced to our treatment [...]
Multivitamins, but Not Cocoa, Tied to Slowed Brain Aging
Personally, I still think that they should make multivitamins with cocoa! Either way, don't forget to take your vitamins! https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/962772 Pauline Anderson November 11, 2021 Taking a daily multivitamin for 3 years is associated with a 60% slowing of cognitive aging, with the [...]
Tobacco Use and Orofacial Pain: A Meta-analysis
A meta-analysis of six studies showed that orofacial pain was significantly worse in tobacco (smoked and smokeless) users (odds ratio [OR] = 3.55, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.92, 6.58) in comparison to nonusers. Subgroup analysis showed that the odds of [...]
The Importance of Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional therapy is an exercise-based therapy designed to target any weaknesses and dysfunction in the muscles that surround the mouth, the airway, and the tongue. It’s like physical therapy, but only for the muscles of the mouth, tongue, and face. [...]
Can’t sleep? 4-7-8 breathing technique claims to help you nod off in 60 SECONDS
The 4-7-8 breathing technique was pioneered by Arizona-based Dr. Andrew Weil who says on his YouTube channel: "It is utterly simple, takes almost no time, requires no equipment and can be done anywhere." To do the 4-7-8 breathing technique, you [...]
Risks Of Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can be a severe sleep disorder if your breathing stops and restarts more than 30 times an hour while you sleep. Untreated sleep apnea can have serious long-term effects on your health, such as: heart disease [...]