Mind Your Mouth9 Juni 2025

#012 - The BRUTAL Reason You’re Grinding Your Teeth Every Night! 😱🦷

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well-being. Get expert care from the team at Casuarina Dental—book your

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In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Florou and guest Alex

uncover why snoring is more than just noise it’s often a sign of

obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). With nearly 1 billion people affected

globally, they reveal why GPs often miss it and how oral health can

offer early clues. Tune in to discover the real risks of OSA and simple

lifestyle shifts that can transform your sleep.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:14 - Welcome Back, Alex

00:01:24 - Statistics on Sleep Apnea

00:02:07 - Health Concerns Related to Snoring

00:02:27 - Impact of Snoring on Bed Partners

00:02:48 - Health Risks of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

00:03:14 - Dental Examination for Snoring and Sleep Apnea

00:03:27 - Dentists as Gatekeepers of the Airway

00:11:32 - Follow-Up Questions for Snoring Patients

00:12:25 - Body's Adaptation to Breathing Struggles

00:12:59 - Current Treatments for Sleep Apnea

00:13:18 - Types of Sleep Apnea and Treatment Options

00:30:38 - Importance of Six Pillars of Health

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