Sleep Apnea Treatment in Walnut Creek

Issues Breathing While You Sleep?

Do you have trouble getting a good night’s sleep? Do you find that you often wake up tired and suffer from headaches as a result? Sleep deprivation or lack of restful sleep is no joke. It can lead to serious issues such as:

Depression
Memory issues
Trouble concentrating and thinking properly
A weakened immune system
High blood pressure
Risk of diabetes or heart disease
Weight gain
Poor balance

If you’re not sure what the problem is, sleep apnea may be the culprit. Treatments such as oral appliance therapy can be an effective treatment option to help you get back to sleeping soundly.

Ivory Dental Aesthetics in Walnut Creek, CA

What is it?

Sleep apnea is a dangerous disorder caused by a person’s breathing being interrupted repeatedly while they sleep. This can lead to the brain and the rest of the body not getting enough oxygen throughout the night. There are two different types of sleep apnea:

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), is the more common form of the sleep disorder. It happens as a result of the airway being blocked, usually as a result of the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapsing while a person sleeps.
Central sleep apnea occurs when the brain does not signal the muscles to breathe as a result of respiratory control center instability.

Symptoms of Sleep Apnea:

While sleep apnea can affect people of all ages, risk factors go up for people who:

Are male
Are overweight
Have large tonsils, a small jaw bone, or a large tongue
Have a family history of sleep apnea
Are over age 40
Have nasal obstruction due to allergies, a deviated septum, or sinus issues

Signs that you may be suffering from sleep apnea include:

Loud snoring
Long periods of time without breathing
Gasping for air during sleep
Waking up with a dry mouth
Headaches in the morning
Insomnia
Excessive sleepiness during the day
Difficulty paying attention
With proper treatment, trouble sleeping will be a thing of the past

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