At the end of a long day the best feeling is sitting back, relaxing and drifting off into a deep sleep. However, what if you can’t fall asleep right away or at all? Or what if you wake up constantly throughout the night, or wa up exhausted? This is often due to sleep apnea, which […]
Sleep disorders can lead to heart attacks, hypertension and stroke, as well as other major illnesses and health complications. With as many as 70 million adults suffering from sleep disorders, insomnia and sleep apnea are the most common and familiar to Americans. These conditions can also significantly contribute to sleep deprivation, which can have a […]
Did you know that continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is not the only option for treatment of sleep apnea? There is actually another option, that might work better for you. Many people are unable to use a CPAP machine for the treatment of their sleep apnea. This can be because it is uncomfortable or […]
Whether you are utilizing oral appliance therapy for the treatment of TMD or sleep apnea, it is important to understand there can be side effects associated with your treatment. As you know, many treatments have side effects and so does oral appliance therapy. However, that doesn’t mean you should avoid treatment or stop completely. All […]
As you know, if you quit smoking it will significantly improve your overall health–especially your lungs. But did you know that if you quit smoking you might also significantly improve your sleep? It’s true! There are many factors that influence how well you sleep each night, and smoking plays a major part in that. This […]
Have you ever wondered if you are at risk for sleep apnea? Do you find you are always tired and can’t get a good night’s rest even if you get eight hours of sleep? It can be frustrating to deal with, but how do you know if you are actually at risk for sleep apnea? […]
When you hear someone has been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you might immediately think of the Darth Vader sounds of a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, or CPAP, machine. However, while a CPAP machine tends to be the most common form of treatment prescribed for sleep apnea, many people are unable to use it. It can […]
Seeking treatment for sleep apnea is important for simply treating your condition and preventing further complications, but did you know it also provides other benefits? The reasons for treating sleep apnea are endless, but we have a couple more reasons why treatment is important. Here are a few reasons why treatment for sleep apnea is […]
Over 20 million adults in the U.S. are currently living with sleep apnea. While the symptoms of sleep apnea tend to differ between men and women, it is still a condition that is associated with equally serious health consequences for everyone. Here is a look at snoring and sleep apnea in women and how sleep […]
If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), it is important to understand your treatment options. When left untreated, sleep apnea can increase your risk for significant health complications, such as: High blood pressure Stroke Heart attack Obesity Diabetes Heart failure Driving accidents There is no routine blood test to detect sleep apnea, which can […]