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Technology is so\ngreatly integrated with our lives that it\u2019s hard to get away from it \u2013 even at\nthe end of the day. You may think that checking your messages on your phone or\nwatching some online videos may be a good way to unwind before bed, but the\ntruth is that these behaviors could be preventing you from getting a good night\u2019s\nrest. Learn the sleep science behind how that extra screen time could be\nkeeping you up at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Bright Lights Suppress Melatonin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Melatonin is the hormone used to control the body\u2019s sleep\ncycle; it\u2019s produced when there\u2019s not as much light exposure, i.e. when it gets\ndark at night. The bright lights of electronic screens can delay the release of\nmelatonin, making it more difficult to fall asleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is made worse by the fact that phones, televisions, and\nother screens emit blue light, which negatively affects melatonin production more\nthan any other kind of light. Some researchers say that this is because blue\nlight is on a shorter wavelength that the body is more sensitive to. For this\nreason, it\u2019s recommended to avoid using electronics for at least 30 minutes or\nan hour before bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Noises Can Wake You Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your phone get alerts or calendar reminders in the\nmiddle of the night? The sounds associated with certain electronic devices can\nwake you up early. It may be best to turn off all devices or remove them from\nthe room altogether in order to ensure a restful night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electronics Keep You Alert and Stimulated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The normal routine of going to bed \u2013 taking a shower,\nbrushing your teeth, putting on sleeping clothes \u2013 can help signal to the brain\nthat it should start getting ready for sleep. However, spending time surfing\nthe web or watching television fills your mind with information and thoughts\nthat need to be processed. This stimulation can come from passively looking at\nsomething on the screen or through interaction (e.g., playing a video game);\neither way, the brain is tricked into thinking it needs to stay up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This can also provide plenty of distractions that can cause\nyou to lose track of time. \u201cOne more video\u201d or \u201cone more level\u201d can easily turn\ninto a marathon if you\u2019re not careful, and the longer it goes on, the more\nstimulation your brain receives. Not only will it be harder to get to sleep,\nbut you\u2019ll also have less time to do so, preventing you from getting the 7 or 8\nhours of rest recommended to avoid health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can improve the quality of your sleep by distancing\nyourself from electronics as part of your nighttime routine. If you\u2019re unsure\nabout what changes can be made, speak with your sleep dentist<\/a>;\nthey might have a few suggestions on areas you can improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At Kirlough Family Dentistry, Drs. Jon Kirlough and Joseph\nFerrini are proud to be serving their community in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ferrini\nhas been a practicing dentist for over 40 years, and Dr. Kirlough has served as\na dental officer in the Navy. In addition to traditional dental problems, they can\nalso treat patients suffering from a sleeping disorder known as sleep apnea. To\nschedule an appointment, visit their website<\/a> or call (440)\n234-2445.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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