- Why We Shouldn’t Ignore Obstructive Sleep Apnea Are You Finding That Some Days Are Filled With Chronic Sleepiness Or Fatigue? Do You Have Dry Mouth, Sore Throat, Or A Headache When You Wake Up? Is Your Partner Constantly Telling You That You Snore?If you answered yes, you may be at risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the most common form of a sleep breathing disorder. You will want to talk with your doctor to discuss treatment, as it is a serious sleep disorder resulting from interruptions in your breathing throughout the night. Risks of Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA puts your overall health at risk as it decreases the flow of oxygen to your organs. This occurs when your throat muscles relax,… Read More
- What Can You Do To Sleep Better And Improve Your Health And Well-Being Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Condition That Can Impact Your Daily Activities And Present Other Health Issues.Types of Sleep Apnea There are two types of sleep apnea; obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea. OSA is the most common of the two and is characterized by blocking your airway with the soft tissues found in the back of the throat. Central sleep apnea happens when the brain fails to tell the muscles in the body to breathe. Without these signals, your lungs don’t know to breathe. If you have both types of sleep apnea simultaneously,… Read More
- How Can Wearing An Oral Appliance For Mild To Moderate Sleep Apnea Benefit You ?If you have been diagnosed with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you may be a candidate for an oral appliance to help you breathe better while you sleep. Oral appliance therapy which is a mandibular advancement device or splint can help your snoring and apnea issues. With many options of oral appliances available today, you can find one that works for you! A Jaw Advancing Device… Read More
- Health Problems From Sleep Apnea You May Not Be Aware Of Did You Know That People Who Suffer From Sleep Apnea May Be At A Greater Risk Of Having Traffic Accidents?Untreated obstructive sleep apnea not only affects breathing and quality of sleep but also quality of life with increased potential health risks. With obstructive sleep apnea (or upper airway resistance syndrome, a sleep disorder that lies between snoring and obstructive sleep apnea having to do with problems in the airway from diminished airway diameter), it can lead to a stress response in the body that causes a variety… Read More
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