Sleep apnea is a potentially severe disorder that disrupts an individual’s breathing while they sleep. There are three primary kinds of sleep apnea: obstructive, central, and mixed.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) happens when your airway is blocked, usually by a soft tissue that falls in the back of your throat. This is the most common kind of sleep apnea.
Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) occurs when your brain doesn’t properly signal the body to breathe. This is commonly caused by other medical conditions like arthritis, encephalitis, and Parkinson’s disease.
Mixed Sleep Apnea includes a mix of issues found in OSA and CSA.
Signs of sleep apnea may include the following:
Sleep apnea can happen to persons of any age. The following may increase your chances of being diagnosed with sleep apnea:
If you don't treat your sleep apnea in a timely and proper manner, severe health conditions can occur including:
A healthy lifestyle, including exercise, a nutritious and balanced diet, and a normal sleep routine can decrease your chances of sleep apnea. To prevent sleep apnea:
At Prosthodontics & Implant Dental Center we take the time to get to know each client and their individual needs. Since each person is different, it is important for us to create a trusting relationship to treat you as best as we can.
We may suggest the following treatments to help combat sleep apnea and allow you sleep throughout the night:
If you would like to request more information, or if you have any questions about our sleep apnea treatments, call us today (209) 383-9222.
Let us help you sleep through the night and wake up feeling refreshed.