Sleep apnea is an insidious disorder that can rob you of quality sleep and daytime energy. In order to regain healthy nighttime functioning, it is critical that you seek effective treatment for sleep apnea. But how do you know if you are suffering from sleep apnea in the first place?
Our Saint Louis sleep apnea dentists are here to help you answer this question. Read through this short article to get a better idea of how you can recognize sleep apnea in a timely fashion.
First let’s quickly review what sleep apnea is. Sleep apnea is a disorder that occurs when a patient falls asleep and his or her airway becomes blocked by relaxed oral tissues. This disorder is surprisingly common in adults.
If your airway becomes blocked as you sleep you may experience a number of disruptive symptoms. Many of these symptoms are easily attributed to other disorders, so keep sleep apnea in mind if you experience:
· Loud snoring—you may even find that you snort yourself awake while snoring
· Chronic fatigue and daytime sleepiness, even after a seemingly long night’s sleep
· A dry feeling mouth and throat when you wake up in the morning
· Headaches
· Frequently disrupted sleep
Bring these issues to the attention of your doctor or dentist as soon as possible in order to get the effective care that you need. There are simple, non-invasive ways to combat sleep apnea, so that you can get the restful night’s sleep you need to function optimally.
If you are ready to learn more about sleep apnea, or to schedule your consultation with our Saint Louis sleep apnea dentist, please call our office or schedule your appointment online. You can also submit an inquiry through our website, and our dental team will be happy to get back to you!