Sleep Apnea Treatment
Better Sleep Starts With Better Breathing
Sleep apnea treatment can help improve breathing, reduce snoring, and support healthier, more restful sleep.
Sleep apnea is a common but often undiagnosed sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep, resulting in brief awakenings throughout the night and causing feelings of exhaustion and fatigue during the day. While there are several different types of sleep apnea, the most common form is called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat fail to keep the airway open during sleep. Risk factors for sleep apnea include obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, and age, and it can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
- Interrupts breathing repeatedly during sleep.
- Can contribute to loud snoring and poor sleep quality.
- May cause daytime fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
- Can increase the risk of certain health conditions.
- Often goes undiagnosed without professional evaluation.
What Are the Different Types of Sleep Apnea?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type. It occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat fail to keep the airway open during sleep. As a result, the individual may snore loudly, gasp for breath, and wake frequently throughout the night.
Central Sleep Apnea
Central sleep apnea is less common and occurs when the brain fails to send signals to the muscles that control breathing. As a result, the individual may experience pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep.
Complex Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Complex sleep apnea syndrome is a relatively new type of sleep apnea that combines characteristics of both obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea.
Mixed Sleep Apnea
Mixed sleep apnea combines features of obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. It occurs when both airway blockage and breathing signal interruptions contribute to breathing difficulties during sleep.
- Lifestyle Factors
- Genetics
- Medical Conditions
- Age and Gender
- Sleep Position
- Jaw or Airway Anatomy
How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Health And Daily Life
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that can affect many areas of health and quality of life.
Common Condition
Sleep apnea affects millions of people, and many cases remain undiagnosed.
Heart And Overall Health
Sleep apnea can contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and other health risks.
Work And Daily Performance
Untreated sleep apnea may affect productivity, concentration, and daily activities.
Comorbidities
Sleep apnea has been linked to diabetes, depression, cardiovascular disease, and other conditions.
Driving Safety
Daytime sleepiness can increase the risk of accidents and reduced alertness.
Children And Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea can also affect children and may impact behavior, learning, and development.
Sleep Apnea Treatment FAQs
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep.
Common symptoms of sleep apnea include loud snoring, pauses in breathing during sleep, daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, and dry mouth or sore throat upon waking.
MADs work by repositioning the lower jaw slightly forward to help keep the airway open.
TRDs are oral appliances that work by holding the tongue in a forward position to prevent it from blocking the airway during sleep.
Yes. At our Reseda dental office we offer sleep apnea treatment to patients in Reseda and the surrounding area. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment.
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