Regarding sleep apnea treatment, there are now even more options. Two of the best-known are Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Therapy and Oral Appliance Therapy. Ask Houston Sleep Solutions about any sleep problems that may be causing chronic fatigue, drowsiness, and irritability. Excessive daytime sleepiness can be caused by problems such as lack of sleep…
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The Differences Between Central Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Central sleep apnea is a condition in which your breathing stops repeatedly and starts during sleep. Central sleep apnea occurs when the brain does not send the right signals to the organs in your brain that control your breathing. This condition differs from OSA where you are usually unable to breathe due to obstruction of…
What is Central Sleep Apnea?
Introduction Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a condition in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly during sleep. Always contact Drs. David Montz and Michael Maher and Nathalie Dunwody at Houston Sleep Solutions in Pearland and Friendswood TX, to discuss a treatment plan: CSA occurs because the brain doesn’t send the right signals to the muscles…
Sleep Apnea Statistics in the US and Worldwide
1. Roughly 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea. (American Sleep Apnea Association) As US statistics on sleep apnea suggest, this sleep disorder has become one of the biggest health problems. In addition to lack of sleep, it can lead to many medical conditions. Therefore, if you experience symptoms of sleep apnea, it is very…
Sleep Apnea Testing and Diagnosis
If you have symptoms of sleep apnea, contact Houston Sleep Solutions in Pearland and Friendswood TX, and may ask you to do a sleep apnea test called a polysomnogram (PSG). This can be done at a sleep disorder center or even at home. A polysomnogram, or sleep study, is a multi-component test that electronically transmits…
Sleep Apnea Treatments Without a CPAP
Positional Sleeping Therapy At Houston Sleep Solutions, in Pearland, TX, and Friendswood, TX, we’d love to sit down and discuss how we can help you with your sleep apnea, without a CPAP device. Your body position during sleep has considerable effects on sleep apnea. This therapy can be a behavioral strategy used to cure sleep…
What are the Types of Oral Devices for Sleep Apnea?
For those who are diagnosed with sleep apnea, getting a good night’s rest can be challenging. Contact Houston Sleep Solutions in Pearland or Friendswood, TX to discuss a treatment plan Proper sleep is essential for a healthy mind and body, so it’s understandable to seek effective treatment. CPAP devices are a popular choice, but they…
Indicators for a Dental Fixture for Sleep Apnea
Dental Fixture Therapy indicators Always check with Houston Sleep Solutions about your unique needs for sleep apnea treatment. That said, dental fixture is the first choice for people suffering from sleep apnea, and who choose this fixture over CPAP. This dental fixture therapy is recommended for patients who do not react well to CPAP. Dental…
A Dental Appliance Can Help with Sleep Apnea?
When you hear the term “dental appliance,” you may think of things like dentures, orthodontic appliances, or even mouth guards that prevent digestion at night. A lesser-known type of dental device is an oral device used to suppress the symptoms of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in a treatment called oral therapy. Here’s an…
Tricks and Remedies to Help with Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep Apnea Treatments Houston Sleep Solutions in Pearland or Friendswood TX can help you diagnose and treat your sleep apnea. The most common method of treating sleep apnea is to try to consistently sleep every night. In addition, you may be prescribed a CPAP mask and air system that provides continuous “positive airway pressure.” CPAPs…