{"id":228,"date":"2026-07-24T07:09:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T07:09:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/2026\/07\/24\/a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights\/"},"modified":"2026-07-24T07:09:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T07:09:39","slug":"a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/2026\/07\/24\/a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights\/","title":{"rendered":"Beat the Heat: A Guide to Restful Summer Nights"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights-300x199.jpeg\" alt=\"Man sleeping in bed\" class=\"wp-image-227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/a-guide-to-restful-summer-nights.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Summertime is many people\u2019s favorite season for the longer days and warm weather. You might be excited to soak up some sunshine, but the heat can quietly sabotage your sleep if you aren\u2019t careful, especially if you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/sleep-apnea-treatment.html\">sleep apnea<\/a>. You might be tired of tossing and turning during the night, so here\u2019s why this time of the year can affect your rest and ways to snooze easier.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Can the Summer Disrupt Sleep?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the summer is filled with beach days and spending time with friends and family, these are a few ways it affects sleep:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The heat <\/strong>makes it harder for your body to cool off when you drift off. You may struggle to regulate temperature and wake up because of it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The late sunsets <\/strong>can impact what time you go to bed. Light actually keeps you awake and delays the release of melatonin. Without this hormone, you may stay up later than you\u2019d like.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Seasonal allergies<\/strong> can make you congested and struggle to breathe comfortably. This can make it harder for you to get settled down as you can\u2019t get adequate airflow.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything above can feel more severe if you have sleep apnea, as they add to the trouble this condition already causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Regain Better Sleep?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the summer can make sleeping harder, here are simple tips to get the restful nights you deserve:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Keep your bedroom cool<\/strong>. Experts recommend setting your thermostat to 60\u201367\u00b0F. You can also use a fan and blackout curtains. <strong> <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose breathable bedding<\/strong>. Lightweight sheets can allow your body to regulate temperature more easily compared to heavier blankets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stick to a schedule<\/strong>. A great way to get your body in the mood for sleep is by waking up and going to bed at a particular time every day. This can reinforce your circadian rhythm despite the extra daylight.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treat your allergies<\/strong>. Talk to your physician about any over-the-counter medication that can help you lessen any symptoms you feel. Make sure your window is closed at night to stop pollen from going into your room.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Address underlying sleep issues<\/strong>, like sleep apnea. Going to your dentist for professional treatment can help ensure these disorders don\u2019t disrupt your nights.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let the summertime ruin your needed rest. Try out the tips above, and hopefully you find one that works for you. That way, you get back the calm slumber you deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you struggle with sleep apnea? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">compassionate dentists<\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/about.html\">Dental Center of Lakewood<\/a> are dedicated to helping patients in Dallas treat this condition with reliable solutions like oral appliance therapy. By customizing your treatment, you can get an effective way to keep your airways open that\u2019s also comfortable. If you or someone you know struggles with this condition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/contact.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> or call our office at <a href=\"tel:+12148235253\" class=\"pho\">214-823-5253<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summertime is many people\u2019s favorite season for the longer days and warm weather. You might be excited to soak up some sunshine, but the heat can quietly sabotage your sleep if you aren\u2019t careful, especially if you have sleep apnea. You might be tired of tossing and turning during the night, so here\u2019s why this [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Tips for Sleeping Better in the Summer | Dental Center of Lakewood<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Summer heat and longer days can wreck your sleep. 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