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COVID-19 New policy

May 12, 2021July 7, 2020

To better serve and protect you, the clinic will limit patient access to its facilities. Clinic hours will remain the same. We are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm but only upon appointment. Therefore, we ask you to not come without an appointment. We offer online consultations for all services. If you ...

Is hitting the snooze button bad for your health?

May 12, 2021July 2, 2020

Using the snooze button starts during your teenage years. The circadian cycle is a bit tumultuous, and your body tells you to stay awake a little more while pushing the awake the next morning. For many people, the snooze functionality is a must. It allows you to stay in bed longer and grab minutes. …

Can eating vegan improve your sleep?

April 30, 2021June 17, 2020

Sleep disorders are quite common in adults. Research shows that between 10% and 15% of the population suffers from chronic insomnia. On a wider scale, 25% of Canadians are not satisfied with their sleep. But Can eating vegan improve your sleep? Vegan diet: a solution for a better sleep The vegan diet offers many benefits. …

How Dorma Partnered With CCM Hockey and Orkan Industries to Help Protect Medical Professionals in the Fight Against COVID-19

May 14, 2021April 9, 2020

When the COVID-19 crisis hit, we knew that we were in a unique position to help. The majority of our medical team practices both in our clinics and in the public sector including hospitals managing the COVID-19 outbreak. Sleep apnea and other sleep disorders that our clinic treats are typically respiratory problems. We knew ...

CPAP Buying Guide 2020

May 12, 2021March 1, 2020

Are you looking to get a CPAP device in 2020 and are wondering what criteria should be considered when buying? Before choosing your CPAP device, you must first determine your needs. To help you make an informed choice according to your criteria, we have designed this CPAP buying guide to help you with your ...

What is sleep apnea?

May 12, 2021February 26, 2020

What is sleep apnea ? Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing for short periods while you sleep. There are two types of sleep apnea: One is called "obstructive sleep apnea" and the other is "central sleep apnea". In obstructive sleep apnea, you stop breathing because your throat is narrowing ...

10 Tips on reducing snoring

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Snoring is quite common in adults, especially in men over 50. It is estimated that 40% of them are snoring. Responsible for a lot of problems, snoring disturbs the sleep of the spouse and family. It can sometimes reach 90 decibels, or the sound of a motor truck transportation. Caused by the vibration of the ...

Traveling with a CPAP

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Traveling becomes almost irresistible when you are on vacation. Only one problem: What should you do with your CPAP? Many people choose to leave their CPAP at home, thinking that if they were able to live without it before their sleep apnea was diagnosed, why not get a few days off? The truth is that ...

Your dentist could detect your sleep apnea

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airways become obstructed during sleep. Patients frequently suffer from symptoms such as: Snoring Breathing interruptions Dry mouth Daytime sleepiness Sore throat Dry mouth is often associated with sleep apnea and can cause bad breath, especially in the morning. During sleep, saliva flow is reduced and adding a dry mouth ...

Celebration, alcohol and apnea

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Whether it is during Canada Day celebrations, the holidays or any other occasion; it is well known that alcohol and festivity go frequently together. Did you know that alcohol can affect sleep quality and even increase the frequency and duration of apnea? Drinking alcohol causes muscle relaxation. This includes the muscles in your airways, ...