Little Rock Family Dental Care Blog

There have been a lot of discussions recently about obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) to raise awareness about the condition. The American Medical Association reports that 30 million adults in the U.S. have sleep apnea; however, 80% of cases aren’t diagnosed. Contrary to common belief, snoring isn’t the only concern of OSA. It can have life-threatening complications if it isn’t treated. Don’t take the risk by believing popular sleep apnea myths. Here are the facts you need to rest easy.

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Every night, millions of people miss out on countless hours of sleep because of sleep apnea—and even worse, many more cases go undiagnosed! But before you can receive a diagnosis and receive treatment, you might have to undergo an at-home sleep apnea test. Here’s what you can expect throughout this process and some things you can do to prepare yourself for it.

If your physician suspects you have sleep apnea, they will recommend diagnostic testing to confirm the breathing disorder. You’ll require a sleep test to monitor your vitals throughout the night. Whether visiting a testing facility or using an at-home solution, it’s normal to have a few questions about the road ahead. Don’t worry, here are 6 tips to prepare for sleep testing. 

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Summertime, sweet summertime—get ready for warmer weather, poolside shenanigans, and days filled with all sorts of adventures. But while you’re out having fun this summer, it’s important to make sure that your body is getting enough rest each night. Conditions like sleep apnea can prevent you from getting the rest you need, but there are also many other factors out there that can disrupt your sleep during the summer! Here are some tips from your dentist to help you get quality rest this season.

If you aren’t feeling well-rested in the morning, despite sleeping for 7 to 9 hours each night, a bad mattress may not be the culprit. If your partner is complaining about your snoring and you’re battling daily fatigue, you might have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Unfortunately, poor sleep quality isn’t the only complication of the sleep disorder. An obstruction in your airway causes frequent pauses in breathing that can lead to life-threatening medical conditions. Although a sleep study is the only way to confirm a diagnosis, a sleep diary can help. Here’s how you can benefit from tracking your sleep over the next 2 weeks.

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