{"id":311,"date":"2022-08-10T07:21:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T07:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/?p=311"},"modified":"2022-09-28T23:35:34","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T23:35:34","slug":"5-tips-sleeping-better-summer-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/10\/5-tips-sleeping-better-summer-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Sleeping Better in the Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_adobestock_456872782-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Man relaxing on a beach chair at home \" class=\"wp-image-312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_adobestock_456872782-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_adobestock_456872782-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_adobestock_456872782-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_adobestock_456872782-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_adobestock_456872782-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>From backyard barbecues to catching a movie at The Family Drive-In Theatre, the summer months are filled with fun activities for the whole family. However, while the warm weather can do wonders for your mood and social calendar, the summer can also negatively affect your quality of sleep \u2013 especially if you have a disorder like sleep apnea. Keep reading to discover five ways to boost your chances of getting quality rest during the warm summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: Try to Stay Cool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Heat and humidity are often some of the biggest challenges to good sleep in the summertime. This is especially true if you do not have air conditioning in your bedroom. To keep your sleeping area cool, close the curtains or pull down the shades to prevent sunlight from entering during the afternoon. In addition, turn on a fan at night to keep air moving through your bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Rinse Off Before Bed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to stay cool during the summer is to take a quick shower before bed. Spending time in the sun can leave you feeling sticky and gross at the end of the day. You may often have a mixture of sweat, sunscreen, and bug spray on your skin. Chances are you will feel much more comfortable and have an easier time falling asleep if you take a brief, lukewarm shower before sliding into bed. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Limit Alcohol, Caffeine, and Late-Night Meals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget that your habits and behaviors when you\u2019re awake can affect your quality of sleep at night. Smoking cigarettes and drinking coffee in the afternoon or night can leave you jittery and unable to fall asleep. Consuming alcohol can also disrupt sleep patterns and may aggravate underlying conditions like sleep apnea. Finally, stopping at a fast-food joint for a late-night meal means your muscles that digest and metabolize food have to keep working when they should be resting, which can make it harder to fall asleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: Limit Screen Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Excess light at night can make it more difficult for your body\u2019s internal clock to stay on schedule. Avoid using your laptop, tablet, smartphone, or television for an hour or two before bed. While this can be challenging, implementing a \u201cno screens\u201d rule in the bedroom can help you avoid the temptation to fiddle on your phone in bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: Visit a Sleep Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re still tired and can\u2019t sleep despite following the tips above, be sure to consult with a sleep dentist near you. The true source of your exhaustion may be sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder affecting over 20 million people. If so, your dentist may recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/sleep-apnea-treatment.html\">oral appliance therapy<\/a> to reduce your symptoms and help you achieve deep sleep. An oral appliance is a small, durable mouthpiece that adjusts the jaw to prevent one\u2019s airway from being obstructed at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s difficult to truly enjoy summertime if you\u2019re always tired. Follow the five tips above and talk to a dentist to achieve the restful sleep you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Thomas Gromling has over four decades of experience helping patients in Stephens City overcome sleep apnea. An active member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, he offers high-quality oral appliances at this private practice. For more tips on how to sleep soundly this summer, visit Dr. Gromling\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:%20540-869-4377\">540-869-4377<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From backyard barbecues to catching a movie at The Family Drive-In Theatre, the summer months are filled with fun activities for the whole family. 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