Back to Basics | Part 1

Think about the last time when you did not get the right amount of sleep and how your entire day went.  Let’s talk about the fundamentals of sleep, the importance of good quality and healthy slumber, as well as its role in body regeneration, rejuvenation, and repair. Check out today’s episode. Key Takeaways to Listen For

• Sleep: What it is and its stages
• Importance of sleep and its impact on our day-to-day lives
• The waterfall effects of sleep deprivation
• Non-REM (NREM) sleep and its different stages

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• Leptin
• Ghrelin
• Glycogen

 

Dr. Meghna Dassani is passionate about promoting healthy sleep through dental practices. In following the ADA’s 2017 guideline on sleep apnea screening and treatment, she has helped many children and adults improve their sleep, their breathing, and their lives. Her books and seminars help parents and practitioners understand the essential roles of the tongue, palate, and jaw in promoting healthy sleep.

Learn more about Dr. Meghna Dassani

• Website: Meghna Dassani; Dassani Dentistry
• Facebook: Meghna Dassani; Dassani Dentistry
• Instagram: @healthysleeprevolution; @dassanidentistry
• LinkedIn: Meghna Dassani

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