If you’re struggling with sleep apnea, you’re not alone. According to the National Sleep Foundation, as many as 20 percent of adults in the United States are suffering from the condition, and around 85 percent of those don’t know that they have it. Signs that You May Have Sleep Apnea: Every person’s body is unique, and the symptoms […]
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The lack of a good night’s rest can be felt immediately. From drowsiness to trouble concentrating, sleep troubles can lead to long-term impairments. If you’ve been told that you snore, you may be worried that you have sleep apnea. Learning the difference between snoring and sleep apnea can address issues like excessive fatigue and help you […]
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You know that Dr. Konig and his staff work hard to help you have a healthy smile – but did you know that they can help you to sleep better, too? If you are having trouble sleeping you might have sleep apnea, a serious condition, but your dentist can help! What is sleep apnea? A patient
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More than seven million Americans receive a sleep apnea diagnosis every year. One might think that they can go to a dentist or a family doctor and receive that diagnosis. Although these doctors are vital in treating disordered breathing, they do not provide the testing or diagnosis. OSA? CSA? What’s That? The medical condition that
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Sleep apnea is a severe condition in which an individual repeatedly stops breathing in their sleep. Often, they will stop and start breathing in fits and starts, sometimes waking up in the middle of the night in fits of choking or coughing. What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Increasingly common, obstructive sleep apnea is a type
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Epidemics and illnesses are center-stage right now. Current events and healthcare experts remind people every day about the potential dangers of getting sick and its impact on their community at large. Cold and flu prevention are significant health concerns, especially during a pandemic. With disease at the top of our minds, people are practicing better
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If you snore loudly and are extremely tired throughout the day, even if you feel like you had a good night’s sleep, then you may be experiencing a sleep condition called obstructive sleep apnea. If you think you have this condition, you need to see your doctor for a full exam and testing to diagnose
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If you snore loudly and feel tired after a full night of sleep, sleep apnea may be to blame. Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that has been linked to several health problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease and an increased risk for type 2 diabetes. It’s important that you know what
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While the continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, machine is generally the most common treatment for sleep apnea for doctors, it’s one of the most hated among those who have to use it. Why? Those who dislike the machine say it is uncomfortable, loud and can make them feel claustrophobic, which doesn’t really add up
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Women who are gearing up for or currently going through menopause may notice a few changes as hormones ebb and flow. Some of these changes cause not-so-fun side effects, such as hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain and even the chance of developing breathing issues, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). These side effects can be
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