Weatherford Sleep Blog
5 Myths That Prove You May Need Sleep Apnea Treatment
September 16, 2017
Did you know that sleep apnea is one of the most common disorders that cause breathing interruptions? Yeah, that’s right. Dangerous pauses in breathing!
Many patients don’t know the extent that sleep apnea may affect their health. In fact, the symptoms of this threatening disorder could be shrugged off because of these myths. Let’s explore these rumors so that more patients can receive the sleep apnea treatment they need to stay healthy!
Common Sleep Apnea Warning Signs and Risk Factors
August 13, 2017
Sleep apnea is the second most common sleep disorder following insomnia. Patients who suffer from sleep apnea experience regular cessation of breathing for ten or more seconds at a time. While this may seem like nothing more than a bad habit, sleep apnea can actually lead to a number of serious health concerns including elevated blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Review the following warning signs and risk factors for sleep apnea. If you think you may be suffering from sleep apnea, you can work with a sleep doctor or a dentist trained in dental sleep medicine. These professionals can help you receive an accurate sleep apnea diagnosis and assist in treatment planning.
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Sleep Apnea Therapy in Weatherford Stops These Side Effects
July 31, 2017
The symptoms look like this: Difficulty driving home from work without feeling like you’re going to fall asleep. Being increasingly irritable when you finally get home. Bad memory. Loss of motivation. A partner who can’t sleep through your loud snoring.
Can I Benefit From an Oral Appliance for Sleep Apnea?
June 16, 2017
If you have obstructive sleep apnea but have yet to seek treatment — or if you have seen the doctor but have yet to find relief with CPAP therapy — we’ve got a better solution. An oral appliance for sleep apnea could provide the help you need! It’s a small, comfortable, and best of all silent way to prevent the blockage that causes you to snore and wake up throughout the night.
Children & Sleep Apnea – The Signs and Symptoms
May 17, 2017
Did you know that kids can be affected by sleep disorders just like adults? In fact, approximately 5% of children have sleep apnea. Although the signs and symptoms of this condition may be harder to pin down in children, it is true that parents should consider this sleep disorder as the potential underlying factor in many behavioral health issues that kids experience. Learn more about sleep apnea in children and what your dentist can do about if from the team at Weatherford Dental Sleep Medicine.
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Sleep Apnea Therapy That Can Actually Make Life Better
April 10, 2017
Have you and your partner been abnormally irritable lately? Your significant other can’t get any sleep because of your constant snoring and restlessness, and you have been feeling drained the minute you wake up. It’s a horrible combination for your relationship and the overall quality of your lives, but did you know that this could all be caused by a sleep disorder that could potentially detrimentally affect your health, too? Now would be the perfect time to get to know your sleep apnea specialist, Dr. Deborah Romack. With extensive experience and continued education in sleep way obstruction, sleeping disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea, she can recommend the best sleep apnea therapy: custom oral appliances.
How To Avoid Dry Mouth From Your CPAP Sleep Apnea Treatment
March 13, 2017
If you wake up in the morning and the first thing you need to do is rush to get a drink of water, you’re probably very familiar with dry mouth. This is a condition where your mouth has stopped producing saliva, and in addition to making it very dry and uncomfortable, it can also cause a sore throat and lead to nasal problems. If you suffer from sleep apnea, this probably stems from your use of a CPAP machine. This puts you in a tough spot: you hate having dry mouth all the time, but you can’t go without your sleep apnea treatment. Thankfully, there are a few key things you can do to avoid this and make your mornings much more pleasant again. (more…)
How Sleep Apnea Affects You & How Therapy Helps
February 15, 2017
Do those in your household say that you snore? Loud snoring can be a symptom of a serious disorder called sleep apnea. Diagnosed through symptoms and monitored sleep studies, sleep apnea can be treated and its health effects avoided. Dr. Deborah Romack of Weatherford Dental Sleep Medicine offers customized oral appliances and CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machines as effective sleep apnea therapy so patients, and their families, can get a good night’s rest and improve their well-being.
Don’t Doze on Sleep Apnea in Weatherford, TX!
January 23, 2017
Do you find yourself feeling fatigued, less mentally sharp, or less productive even when you have a full eight hours of sleep? You may not be aware, but there could be an underlying problem. Our sleep dentistry specialist, Dr. Deborah Romack, helps patients every day discover that issue: sleep apnea in Weatherford, TX. Weatherford Dental Sleep Medicine has all the resources you need to get back to normal, productive sleep patterns.
Understanding Your Risks for Sleep Apnea while Pregnant
January 5, 2017
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that causes pauses in breathing numerous times per night due to an obstruction in the airway. It is estimated, roughly 25 million adults in the United States are currently diagnosed with the condition. However, it is estimated 80 percent of those with the sleep apnea are undiagnosed due to not recognizing the symptoms or understanding the severity of the condition. Now, there is a new reason to seek proper treatment for the condition. A recent study found a connection between pregnancy and sleep apnea. For pregnant women, there is an increased risk for the development of the sleep disorder.
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