#1 There are 15 million snorers in the UK (10.5 million Men & 4.5 million Women)
#2 The 3 main reasons for snoring are being overweight, smoking & drinking alcohol #3 Snoring sounds range from 50dB to 100dB - the equivalent to a pneumatic drill. #4 Snorers are 3 times more likely to suffer adverse health conditions than non-snorers #5 Snoring can be hereditary - nearly 70% of snorers have a familial link. #6 Over one third of couples report disharmony within the relationship due to snoring. #7 Bed partners of snorers physical and mental health improves significantly once the snorer has been treated successfully #8 Regular snorers are 5 times more likely to develop hypertension, heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol than occasional snorers #9 The louder you snore, the more likely you are to be overweight #10 More than 50% of patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) have high blood pressure whereas only 25% of patients with high blood pressure have OSA. There is still time to book your FREE consultation to find out how we can help you beat snoring, call today on 01425 615080 or click here to request an appointment!
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Cause #1: Blockage of the breathing passage due to the size of the tongue or a slightly undershot jaw
Cause #2: Blockage of the breathing passage due to a temporary condition such as hayfever or a cold. Cause #3: Obesity, especially around the neck Cause #4: Mouth breathing Cause #5: Sleeping on your back Cause #6: Smoking Cause #7: Muscle relaxation during the dream phase of sleep Cause #8: Alcohol before going to bed Cause #9: Drugs that relax the muscles Cause #10: Sleep Apnoea Snoring treatments vary between individuals depending upon the cause of your snoring and your individual needs. We offer a FREE snoring assessment to allow you to find the best treatment for you. If you'd like to know more click here to get in touch or call 01425 615080. On Wednesday 30th April we held an information evening in support of National Stop Snoring Week.
It was a great success and proved to be a very popular topic! Over the rest of this month we'll be sharing some interesting information on the subject, so if you have any questions please get in touch. T&C's
Must be 18 and over. Entry closes at 10pm on 13th April 2014. The winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by telephone or email. The winner must have a consultation with a dentist to assess suitability for the treatment. The practice accepts no liability if the winner is deemed unsuitable for zoom whitening and reserves the right to refuse treatment on this basis. The winner agrees to allow before and after images to be used for promotional purposes. Call 01425 615080 to book your appointment or click here to request an appointment online!Today is National No Smoking Day! Did you know that smoking increases your risk of gum disease, makes you more likely to need root canal treatment and is a cause of bad breath! If you'd like to give us smoking click here to find the help and support you need! The World Health Organisation has recently suggested that we half our sugar intake to 5% of our daily calorie intake. We all know that sugar is found in foods like chocolate, sweets, cake and fizzy drinks but what most people don't know is that almost everything contains sugar! The chart below was published in the times and gives you some very useful information! Another reason to keep your teeth clean! Scientists have discovered a type of bacteria found in the mouth that contributes to the cause of rhematoid arthritis. Click here to read the full story. The best way to keep your mouth healthy is to brush twice a day, clean in between your teeth regularly and restrict sugary and acidic foods to meal times. Visiting your dentist and hygienist regularly will also help you avoid dental disease. We are excited to announce that Zoom Whitening is now available at Birchfield Dental Practice! The amazing Zoom system can dramatically whiten your teeth in as little as an hour with most patients seeing as much as a 6 shade improvement in tooth colour! Click here to find out more about Zoom or call us on 01425 615080 to book your FREE no obligation consultation today!
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