Unleashing The Healing Power Of Sleep

Is the saying, “You are what you eat,” really true? Could the foods we eat and the way we digest those foods affect our health in a negative way? Is there a correlation between gut health and good sleep? Join Dr. Bennett as he gives insight into why breathing and sleeping can be affected by nutrition. If you’ve tried several things to improve treatment for sleep apnea for you or your patients, this could be the missing piece. You won’t want to miss this informative episode.  

What makes a great clinician? Someone who focuses on finding answers to their own health issues and brings that knowledge to everyone else. That’s exactly what led Dr. Dan Hanson on his journey to find optimal health. Listen as they talk about using different breathing techniques, myofunctional (mouth and tongue) exercises, and more. Gain from a wealth of experience and wisdom on today’s episode. To learn more about Dr. Hanson: https://www.drdanhanson.com/ Dr. Hanson’s Invention of mouth tape: http://www.sleepystrip.com/ Breathing Retreats with Dr. Dan Hanson: https://breathehealthretreats.com/?fbclid=IwAR2J5KwvUkIklisy8Ul4e8ji3gGqO-kcDqCtGTtsd8bXp_4Wda6equJ1XQo

It’s something most people consume every day. Is caffeine affecting your sleep? Dr. Bennett discusses the concerns about caffeine that few people realize. From the length of time it stays in your body to the effect it has on your hormones. This could be the answer to better quality sleep and more healing for you and your patients. More Info On Dr. Bennett - https://www.healingpowerofsleep.com/

Why would a scientific journalist write a book about breathing? Can something as simple as our breathing really be life-changing? Listen as Dr. Bennett talks with author and journalist, James Nestor,  about the power of breathing. It's not only important while we’re awake, but while we sleep as well. For more information on James Nestor's book, Breath-https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615 More Info On Dr. Bennett - https://www.healingpowerofsleep.com/    

Have you heard the saying, “anything in life worth having is worth working for?” It’s true. There are no quick fixes, no magic pills, nothing replaces doing the work. Luckily, the work isn’t hard, it’s all about remembering to wear your device. Join Dr. Bennett, as he talks about what it takes to help you and your patients be compliant with treatment using the Vivos System.  Download Appointments and Compliance Record

What if there is more to getting a good night's sleep than we realize? How do hormone and vitamin levels affect our ability to breathe and sleep properly? Dr. Bennett interviews Dr. Stasha Gominak, a neurologist and sleep coach, who is changing the way people think about how their brains work to control the quality and quantity of sleep. From vitamin and hormone deficiencies to receptors that may not be firing, these issues could be a piece of the puzzle to help you find better sleep and healing. For More Info On Dr. Gominak: https://drgominak.com    

What is the Vivos System? What does it mean for the future of dentistry and healthcare? Whether you are a dentist or just someone looking for answers to breathe better, sleep better, and let your body heal itself, you won’t want to miss this amazing highlight reel! Join Dr. Bennett as he talks about the reasons why he, and so many others, are excited about the Vivos System.    Here are the full episodes: Tyler, a little boy with Tourette’s syndrome who sees major reduction from tics- Ep.6  Natalie, mom to Oliver and Emma, talks about their improvement with ADHD- Ep.10 Josh, a military soldier who struggled with PTSD and thoughts of suicide-Ep.11 Bret, a financial planner who suffered from Crohn's Disease his whole life-Ep.7 Dr. Dave Singh, world-renowned scientist and founder of the Vivos System shares a recent case out of the many cases he has seen over the years-Ep.14 Dr. Felix Liao, dentist, author, lecturer shares a case and gives words of wisdom-Ep.23 Dr. Meredith Smedley, holistic dentist who shares her excitement about treating her husband and herself with the Vivos System-Ep.28

Did you know that facial changes, narrow airways and sleep can all be related? Have you or your loved-ones struggled with health problems that somehow seem connected? Listen as Dr. Bennett talks with Dr. Meredith Smedley, a compassionate, holistic dentist from Michigan, who has not only found answers for her and her family’s health issues, but for her dental patients as well. Discover her life-changing results on today’s episode!

Is there a product that can help you breathe better to get better sleep? Could that product even help fight viruses? Xlear Nasal Spray could be the answer that you’ve been looking for.    Join Dr. Bennett as he and Nate Jones, Founder of Xlear, talk about the science behind this miraculous Xylitol nasal spray and how it could be an important part in fighting off infections and viruses. Want better health for you and your family? Then you won’t want to miss this informative podcast!    For more information about Xlear Nasal Spray: https://xlear.com/xlear-sinus-care/   Research on Covid19: https://www.unc.edu/posts/2020/06/08/researchers-map-how-coronavirus-infection-travels-through-cells-of-nasal-cavity-and-respiratory-tract/   Important ingredients in Xlear: https://www.science.gov/topicpages/g/grapefruit+seed+extract#

Why is it important to be able to breathe through your nose as a child? What is the connection between TMJ disorder and your ears? Does the Covid virus really live mostly in the nose?    Dr. Bennett discusses all of these questions with colleague and friend, Dr. Kirt Beus, who is a practicing Ear, Nose and Throat doctor. Learn the answers to these questions and so much more on today’s episode.

Have you been hearing more about how sleep is important to good health in the news lately? Have you seen books and podcasts about breathing better? Do you want to know what all the hype is about?  Listen as Dr. Bennett talks with Dr. Lyly Fisher, who is one of the many dentists who has transitioned from focusing on cavities, broken teeth and gum disease, to thinking about looking for signs of sleep breathing disorders that can be a root cause of underlying health issues. Join the ever-growing population of dentists who are seeing the “bigger picture” and truly becoming experts in helping patients breathe and sleep better.

Could less sleep mean more injuries? Join Dr. Bennett and his wife, Cathy, as they discuss some studies that show that athletes who don’t get enough sleep are more prone to have injuries. How can sleep affect our performance and even help in our healing? It’s all in today’s episode of Unleashing the Healing Power of Sleep Podcast.    Articles about sleep in athletes:  https://www.researchgate.net/publication/263971781_Chronic_Lack_of_Sleep_is_Associated_With_Increased_Sports_Injuries_in_Adolescent_Athletes https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6446394/

Did you know that there’s another sleep disorder on the spectrum for sleep apnea called Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome? UARS has many of the same symptoms as a person with sleep apnea, but it’s often hard to detect because of its controversial medical parameters. Are you feeling daytime drowsiness? Dr. Bennett discusses how there are many medical conditions that could be linked back to lack of air, or resistance of airflow, during sleep. All about the Epworth Sleepiness Scale: https://epworthsleepinessscale.com/about-the-ess/ Link About Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4608900/  

Listen as Dr. Bennett talks about all the reasons why it is crucial that we breathe through our noses. Unlike our mouths, our nose is always open and there aren’t many obstacles getting in the way of the air. Besides that, our nose is anatomically designed to filter, humidify, and warm the air as it goes into our bodies. Could shutting our mouths and breathing through our noses really translate into better overall health? Find out the science behind this common-sense practice on today’s episode.    Book by James Nestor called Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615   Patrick McKeown and Buteyko Breathing: https://buteykoclinic.com/the-hazards-of-heavy-breathing/ Xlear Nasal Spray: https://xlear.com/xlear/blog/blog/benefits-using-xylitol-nasal-spray/

Do you have headaches, jaw pain, or facial pain? Listen as Dr. Bennett discusses how microtrauma, a little known cause of chronic pain, can be an issue due to ongoing movement while sleeping. You may be causing yourself injuries without knowing it! Find out how to recognize the symptoms on today’s episode.

Join Dr. Bennett as he speaks with Dr. Felix Liao. Together, they discuss his reason for getting interested in airway development and some of the things he’s learned throughout his 30-year journey to help patients have better health. They discuss the causes for bruxism (teeth grinding) and other destructive responses that your body performs as a survival mechanism when it doesn’t get the air it needs.  Many wonderful insights and words of wisdom on today’s episode such as:  “The mouth is to humans like roots are to plants and when the mouth is off, it affects the rest of the body.”  For more information about Dr. Felix Liao and the books he has written: http://www.holisticmouthsolutions.com/

Listen as Dr. Bennett talks with Sandi Hughes, a posture and nutrition specialist, about the importance of how we use our bodies and the affect our posture can have on our overall health. Want better breathing? Help falling asleep? Fascinating information and practical applications for everyone on today’s episode. Link for more information about Sandi Hughes https://elibriumwellness.com/   On Instagram @sandiraeofsunshine

What can you tell by looking at someone’s mouth? Turns out, you can tell a lot about their health. In today’s episode, Dr. Bennett talks about how dentists don’t just work on teeth, but actually can play a big part in helping to find issues that might lead to preventing disease and having better overall health. Interesting information for dentists and patients alike! Thinking like an oral physician makes $ense  

In this episode, Dr. Bennett talks about how he limited his dental practice to treat patients with Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) and sleep-disordered breathing over 10 years ago. In that time, he has seen hundreds of patients that come into his office complaining about jaw and face pain, and leave knowing that it could be related to sleep. Find out if there is a correlation between the two and what you can do to change that on today's episode!   Link for article from Journal of Dental Research: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3706181/

Join Dr. Bennett and his wife, Cathy, as they discuss the idea of pulling permanent teeth for orthodontic alignment. Learn some important information about how teeth help to form the shape of our mouths creating the ideal place for the tongue. Also, listen to how keeping all of our teeth helps to make us more beautiful, but more importantly, gives us a better airway for breathing and sleeping.  Article on Golden Proportion in Dentistry: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2813089/

Can not sleeping well have anything to do with traumatic childhood experiences? On today’s episode, Dr. Bennett and his wife, Cathy, discuss some of the ways that sleep and breathing can be affected by what happens to us as children. Many great insights and things to consider.   Link on Ted Talk by Nadine Burke Harris: https://www.ted.com/talks/nadine_burke_harris_how_childhood_trauma_affects_health_across_a_lifetime?language=en   Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s):  https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/childabuseandneglect/acestudy/index.html Sleep-Disordered Breathing and Behavioral Problems in Children:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22392181

On today’s episode, Dr. Bennett talks with an incredibly educated physician and friend,  Dr. Brandt Esplin. Listen as these two doctors have a fascinating discussion about how sleep-disordered breathing can affect every system in your body, including how it affects your blood and even how it relates to cancer. To learn more about Dr. Brandt Esplin: https://reverehealth.com/doctors/brandt-esplin-md/

Listen as Dr. Bennett and his wife, Cathy, discuss the treatment options for someone who is diagnosed with sleep apnea. Learn about the pros and cons of each treatment and even how treating someone famous may have changed the course of history. Did Napoleon suffer from chronic rhonchopathy? https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00016489.2016.1249948 Craniofacial Changes Study Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20616213/ Midfacial and Dental Changes Study Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4795272/    

Sometimes our experiences totally change the course of our lives. That’s what happened when Bryan’s wife passed away from sleep apnea several years ago. He sold his very successful marketing business and made it his life’s mission to inform people about the severity of sleep apnea. Find out more about how to recognize if this could be an issue with you or your loved-ones on today’s episode.  

Listen as Dr. Bennett interviews world-renowned expert, Dr. Dave Singh, as they talk about the science behind developing the human airway. Find out the background on the science that enables dentists to help patients improve their health and their lives. A wealth of incredible information on today’s episode!   For more information go to: Vivoslife.com

Listen as Dr. Bennett talks with Chelsea, a registered dietician nutritionist, about how our diet can affect so many areas of our lives, including our sleep.  Find out the importance of feeding your children on a regular schedule, good nutrition to keep your immune system strong, and sound advice for maintaining a healthy body image.   Chelsea Rose Nutrition https://chelsearosenutrition.com/ Nutrascreen (Nutrition coaching) https://nutrascreen.com/  

Dr. Bennett and his wife, Cathy, talk with another mom, Natalie, about a serious issue in our society today that may have a connection to not getting enough sleep. It’s your Mental Health! Listen as they talk about the effects on mental health, especially depression, anxiety, and even suicide.  It may even be affecting teenagers! Important information that you don’t want to miss on today’s episode.   Link for Ted Talk by Matthew Walker: https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_sleep_is_your_superpower?language=en    

After suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression and even suicidal bouts, Staff Sargent Josh May talks with Dr. Bennett about his journey to restore good mental and physical health. Josh, who has served in the military for 20 years, tells of how fixing his sleep apnea has helped him with every aspect of his life….including SAVING IT!!   Suicide rates in the military: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_military_veteran_suicide#cite_note-4

Doctor Bennett interviews Natalie, a mom who was heartbroken to see her children struggle in school and with their health, not knowing why. She explains the symptoms she saw such as large tonsils, dark circles under eyes, as well as crowded teeth, and a diagnosis of ADD. The effects on her children were devastating. From being isolated in their classes to being top students, listen to this mom’s heart-felt testimonial of how giving children a good airway and good sleep can truly be life-changing.    YouTube story called “Finding Connor Deegan" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sk5qsmRyVcE   

Migraines! Even hearing that word makes some people cringe. Could migraines be related to not getting good sleep?  Listen as Dr. Bennett uses the helpful acronym B.I.B. M.D, which he changes to B.I.B. D.M.D, to assess what is happening with a person’s health and be able to find help and healing for a more productive life, free from the pain of migraines. For information on the Buteyko Breathing Method: https://www.youtube.com/user/buteykoclinic  

Does your child suffer from bedwetting, crooked teeth, allergies, ADD-ADHD, dark circles under their eyes or mouth breathing? All of these symptoms can be related. It may not be what you think! In this podcast, Dr. Bennett talks about the health benefits that come from making sure that your child is getting good quality sleep. Here’s an interview with Karen Bonuck, talking about sleep-disordered breathing and the correlation to ADD/ADHD: https://www.fox5ny.com/news/adhd-and-sleep-disorders-in-children-start-with-these-resources Read The Research: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3313633/

What is Dr. B.I.B., M.D.? How can this acronym help you discover a health problem? Dr. Bennett shares practical knowledge that can help anyone determine what could be the cause of their poor health. Listen to a real testimonial of how when given the proper tools, the body can truly heal itself. Get More Info: Vivoslife.com

Did you know that chronic disease can be related to poor quality sleep? Join Dr. Bennett, and his wife, Cathy, as they discuss how these issues are interconnected. In this podcast, they talk about diseases such as Tourette’s Syndrome, sleep apnea, diabetes, obesity and more.      

What can a dentist tell you about facial changes and why is it important to your health? Join Dr. Bennett as he discusses allergies, mouth-breathing, crowded teeth, tongue-tie, underdeveloped face, and more. Listen to find out how facial changes can relate to comprised sleep, which can contribute to poor health.     LINKS: Book by Robert S. Corroccini   Information on Weston A. Price   The book about Pottenger's Cats  

Learn about the importance of each of the stages of sleep and how not getting good quality sleep can cause all sorts of problems for your body. In this podcast, Dr. Michael Bennett shares a remarkable clinical case study that explains that with a good airway and good sleep, our body really can unleash its healing power!

How are breathing and sleeping related to chronic disease? In this podcast, Dr. Bennett could help you discover some answers as he discusses the correlation between the two. You’ll be amazed! Learn About Intermittent Hypoxia 

Do you want to breathe better and have better sleep right away? Join Dr. Bennett as he discusses some simple suggestions that can make a real difference for your health….starting TODAY!!!

Why would a dentist be inspired to help people with their sleep? Join Dr. Michael Bennett, and his wife, Cathy, as they discuss the healing power that they have found by focusing on what dentists know best, the airway.