In today’s episode of the “Get a Gasp” podcast, Gina Pepitone-Mattiello discusses a topic about which she is very excited - the diagnosis of sleep apnea. Episode Highlights: The types of physicians most involved with sleep medicine The types of sleep tests/studies that … [Read more...] about Diagnosing Sleep Apnea – Episode 13: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Obstructive Sleep Apnea – Episode 12: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
In today’s episode of the “Get a Gasp” podcast, Gina Pepitone-Mattiello takes an in-depth look at obstructive sleep apnea. Episode Highlights: How Gina describes obstructive sleep apnea to her patients The 3 types of apnea Definitions of apnea-related terms … [Read more...] about Obstructive Sleep Apnea – Episode 12: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Oral Bacteria and Alzheimers with Anne O. Rice – 206
While you might not see the connection at first, there is a connection between poor oral health, poor sleep, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. To interview this week’s guest about the subject, Michelle is joined by the similarly named Machell Hudson, who co-hosts the Reflection … [Read more...] about Oral Bacteria and Alzheimers with Anne O. Rice – 206
Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) – Episode 11: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Today, in the latest episode of the “Get a Gasp” podcast, Gina Pepitone-Mattiello delves deeper into airway disorders by taking a look at Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS). Episode Highlights: The difference between obstructive sleep apnea and UARS The possible … [Read more...] about Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) – Episode 11: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Restless Leg Syndrome, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Sleep Bruxism – Episode 9: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Today, on the “Get a Gasp” podcast, Gina Pepitone-Mattiello looks at restless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, and sleep bruxism. Episode Highlights: Periodic limb movements, restless legs syndrome, and the difference between the two Sleep bruxism A … [Read more...] about Restless Leg Syndrome, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Sleep Bruxism – Episode 9: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Introduction – Episode 1: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
Welcome to the first episode of the “Get a Gasp” podcast with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello where each week you will learn about airway, sleep, and breathing, particularly as they pertain to dentistry. In this episode, Gina introduces herself, shares both her professional and personal experience with … [Read more...] about Introduction – Episode 1: Get a Gasp with Gina Pepitone-Mattiello
A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 152 (Stages of Life Affected by Airway Part 2 of 4)
Interview starts minute 8:10 In part 2 of the airway series, we talk about life’s stages. We begin with babies, even before they are born and the impact that the mother’s airway has on the child throughout prenatal existence. Then we continue through life until we reach geriatrics. It's a … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 152 (Stages of Life Affected by Airway Part 2 of 4)
A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 151 (Airway Part 1 – Anatomy and Physiology Focus)
Ep 151 Welcome back to a new year of A Tale of Two Hygienists. We are starting off with a bang featuring our airway series with Julia Worrall and Cyndee Johnson! “Lean Into It” an introduction to airway We need 3 things to live food, water, air. We begin our 4-part series with an introduction to … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 151 (Airway Part 1 – Anatomy and Physiology Focus)