Sleep Apnea Doesn’t Have to Control Your Life
Here’s How to Take Charge
Sleep apnea is a growing concern in our country. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine reports that 25 million adults in the U.S. are currently struggling with sleep apnea. While those who have never experienced sleep apnea may believe it’s nothing more than an occasional snore, it’s actually a serious condition where breathing repeatedly stops for 10 seconds or longer during sleep. The most common type, obstructive sleep apnea, occurs when the airways become blocked. Several factors can cause this sensation, including excess weight, allergies, smoking, and even hormonal changes. Waking up in the middle of the night due to sleep apnea can be a frightening experience as you choke or gasp for air. The interruptions in your breathing can trigger an increase in carbon monoxide, causing your brain to wake
you from your slumber to ensure you start breathing normally again. These constant interruptions can devastate your sleep quality, leaving you feeling groggy, irritable, or less alert.
A great starting point is to look into getting a custom mouthguard. You may try picking one up from your local convenience store, but those options usually don’t fit properly and can worsen your bite over time. When you get a custom-fit mouthguard
When people first experience the adverse effects of sleep apnea, their go-to treatment is a CPAP machine. While these machines can be incredibly effective, they’re also noisy, disruptive, and often
from our office, you can rest easy knowing it will be effective and tailored to your specific needs. If a mouthguard doesn’t help, we can always look at other options, such as jaw surgery or starting orthodontic treatment to help open up your airways to provide better breathing during sleep.
uncomfortable to the user and whomever they share a bed with.
This leads many people to seek out more convenient options. Thankfully, orthodontic treatment can be a huge help in this area.
Sleep apnea does not have to wreak havoc on your life. There are options available that can provide relief!
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