Sleep Apnea

There are millions of people in the U.S. who snore chronically, even though they don’t have sleep apnea. There are millions more who have sleep apnea, but don’t realize that their condition is anything more than just snoring. Because snoring is a significant part of sleep apnea, the two are often confused and mistaken for…

Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is a common sleep disorder, though many patients who have it don’t know it yet. That’s because many of the symptoms of sleep apnea aren’t always obvious. Even obvious signs that you’re having trouble sleeping can be confusing because patients with OSA believe that they sleep soundly every night. Today,…

Besides the characteristically loud snoring that marks obstructive sleep apnea, there are many other signs, symptoms, and consequences that may not always be as obvious. For instance, you might also experience chronic dry mouth when you wake up because you’re forced to sleep with your mouth open. You might also wake up several times throughout…

Besides disturbing your partner’s sleep, you might not think of your snoring habit as a particularly concerning problem. Yet, if it occurs every night or almost every night, then there may be more to your habit than you realize. Today, we examine a few facts about the causes and consequences of snoring, and why you…

When you snore loudly and consistently enough, you may eventually begin to worry if you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, many patients don’t realize that there’s a problem for years, which can lead to increasing complications related to the sleep disorder. If you expect that your condition may be more serious than just snoring,…

You may have heard about sleep apnea, but even patients who have it don’t always realize it. In fact, for many patients, the condition can seem like nothing more than an annoying snoring habit. The truth, though, is that sleep apnea may be one of the biggest influences on your overall quality of life. It…

Your sleep quality can be affected by a number of things. For instance, even if you don’t have sleep apnea, a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle can still cause your quality of sleep to decline. In addition to screening for chronic snoring, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders, you may also be able to sleep…

Among the many well-known benefits of exercising regularly, improving the overall quality of your sleep might be one of the most significant ones. If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), insomnia, or other issues that affect your sleep, then sticking to a regular exercise schedule could help reduce or eliminate symptoms that stop you…

Do you have trouble sleeping? Do you often feel exhausted during the day? You aren’t alone, as millions of Americans report trouble sleeping. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help improve your nighttime rest. In addition to improving sleep habits, we can also offer treatment options for those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea…

Snoring may not seem like your biggest health concern. In fact, it may seem like no concern at all. Yet, when left unaddressed, the phenomenon can have a number of serious effects on your overall health and wellbeing. In some cases, it can even indicate the presence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—a disorder that repeatedly…