Research in the field of sleep medicine has often looked at specific groups of people who are put in high-risk situations when they are sleep deprived. Two such groups are our active duty military and veterans. When these men and women suffer from sleep disorders, such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), the risks of accident, injury, even depression and anxiety increase. Cases of jaw clenching, popping jaw, grinding teeth, and ear pain linked to a response to PTSD should be screened for TMJ disorder as sleep apnea and TMD can many times co-exist. Cases of sleep apnea in the U.S. military have increased fivefold over the past decade ( Journal of Sleep Research ), which is why it’s important that active duty and veteran military members get proper screenings for sleep apnea and TMJ disorders. For those suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea, getting fitted with a comfortable Dental Sleep Appliance may be the solution that Top fits their lifestyle and duties. TMJ disorders also respond effectively with a custom orthotic splint/device.