Sleep apnea is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains vastly under-diagnosed. Characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, it can lead to serious health risks like high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and daytime fatigue that impacts everything from driving to relationships. Snoring is often the loudest clue, but many dismiss it as a harmless annoyance rather than a potential red flag. The reality is that those snorts and gasps could signal obstructed airways, and without intervention, the consequences can creep up silently. Fortunately, you don’t need fancy equipment to start investigating your sleep—you might already have a powerful tool in your pocket: your smartphone. By focusing on snoring and simple recording techniques, you can take the first step toward understanding your sleep health.
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Read MoreSnoring, mouth breathing and sleep apnea are collectively associated with Sleep Disordered Breathing, or SDB. SDB causes poor oxygenation in the body and the brain dysfunctions as a result. Children are uniquely susceptible to oxygen deprivation because their brains are still developing. Low oxygen and lack of adequate sleep for children's brains often leads to poor concentration, attention problems, hyperactivity, aggression, impulsivity, somatic complaints, and social withdrawal. The issues could be life-long and irreversible if not addressed early. I will cover snoring and its related problems and what you can do about them in today’s post.
Read MoreSleep and breathing are two of the most important elements to a happy, healthy, vibrant life. They are both affected by the tongue, upper and lower jaws and oral habits that are the purvue of your dentist.
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