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Cardiovascular and metabolic risks Research studies have shown an association between sleep apnea and problems like diabetes, stroke, heart attacks, even a reduced lifespan. One of the main reasons for this is that obesity is common in sleep apnea sufferers and being overweight can profoundly increase the risks of diabetes, stroke, and heart attack. In…

Sleep apnea severity varies from person to person.  It’s completely normal to experience breathing pauses up to five times per hour for adults and once per hour for kids. These are thought to be part of normal sleep. It’s always best to consult with experts like Dr. Montz, Dr. Maher, or Dr. Dunwody at Houston…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…