Pain at the back of the head is not where most people expect a jaw problem to show up, which is exactly why the connection between TMJ and back of head pain is so often missed. The muscles and nerves involved in jaw function extend much further than the jaw itself, and dysfunction in...

Dental implants are built to withstand the everyday forces of chewing and biting, but bruxism places far greater strain on them than normal use ever does. The relationship between bruxism and dental implants matters both before implant treatment begins and for years afterwards, since...

Whether lack of sleep causes acne is a question with a clear biological basis. Poor sleep disrupts hormone levels, raises inflammation, and compromises the skin’s overnight repair processes, all in ways that favour acne development. For patients consulting a sleep disorder...

For many people, scrolling through a phone or watching television is part of an evening routine. It may feel like a way to unwind, but sleep medicine specialists are clear on one point: screen use close to bedtime consistently delays sleep onset, reduces sleep depth, and disrupts the...

Chocolate is one of the most popular evening treats, and for good reason. But if you’ve ever found yourself lying awake after an evening square or two, you might have wondered whether there’s a connection. Does chocolate affect sleep? The short answer is yes, it can, and...

It is incredibly common for individuals who usually sleep quietly to start snoring loudly when they fall ill. Waking up with a dry mouth, a sore throat, and complaints from a partner are almost expected when you catch a seasonal virus. Many patients naturally wonder, can a cold cause...

Managing your sleep cycle can be a complex challenge, especially when navigating natural hormonal fluctuations. Many women find themselves waking up exhausted or struggling to fall asleep at certain times of the month. If you have ever wondered why your rest feels so compromised...

Sleep plays a bigger role in brain health than most people realise. Can lack of sleep cause seizures? Yes, it can. When sleep is consistently disrupted, your brain’s electrical activity becomes harder to regulate, and the risk of seizures goes up. Here, Dr. Aditi Desai,...

Chest pain is unsettling, and when it seems connected to how poorly you’ve been sleeping, it’s natural to wonder whether the two are linked. Can a lack of sleep cause chest pain? Yes, it can. Sleep deprivation affects your body in ways that go well beyond tiredness, and...

Are you waking up with a sore jaw, persistent headaches, or unusually sensitive teeth? You might be experiencing bruxism, a condition that affects millions of people across the UK. At Dr. Aditi Desai’s London practice, we understand how bruxism and stress are deeply connected....