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Sleep apnea causes your breathing to repeatedly stop and start while you’re asleep. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea (CSA) are the two primary forms of sleep apnea. OSA results from obstruction in the upper respiratory airways. Conversely, CSA happens when your brain fails to send the proper information to your breathing muscles.
Sleep apnea can have both immediate and long-term effects if left untreated. Long-term adverse effects could be fatal in addition to short-term ones, including persistent exhaustion, irritability, and difficulty focusing. Heart problems, diabetes, and hypertension are more common in people with sleep apnea. Additionally, you are more likely to nod off while driving, which could result in a deadly incident.
Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
It may surprise you to learn that up to 25% of men and 10% of women in America have sleep apnea. Below are the common signs of sleep apnea:
- Morning headaches
- Snoring loudly
- Difficulty concentrating during the day
- Frequently waking up during sleep
- Daytime sleepiness
- Exhaustion
- Changes in mood
Sleep apnea is more common in people who drink excessively, are overweight, or already have high blood pressure or heart disease. Many of these patients are unaware of it, which makes them constantly feel tired during the day.
Sleep Apnea Treatment at Danos Dental
If you are experiencing symptoms of sleep apnea, we strongly encourage you to see Dr. Danos for a proper diagnosis. At Danos Dental, we offer effective sleep apnea treatment in Murfreesboro, TN. We provide oral sleep appliances, which are non-invasive, comfortable alternatives to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices for treating snoring and OSA.
These carefully designed devices are worn in the mouth while you sleep, much like an orthodontic retainer or sports mouthguard. An oral sleep appliance pushes your tongue forward or your jaw down to keep your airway open when you sleep. Oral sleep appliances can help you get a restful night’s sleep, improve your health, and have a more enjoyable life.
