Poor sleep is a common complaint, but some of its causes can significantly impact your health and wellness.
According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults should get 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. When you continuously miss sleep, you develop a sleep debt. Additionally, you may think you’re sleeping more than you really are.
Conditions like sleep apnea mean waking up multiple times during the night. You may not always remember waking, but the constant disruptions to your sleep add up, leaving you feeling tired and drained the next day.
Signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Houston, TX
Sleep apnea signs include:
- Snoring
- Dry Mouth
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Mood Changes
- High Blood Pressure
- Weight Gain
If your sleep apnea is related to bruxism (teeth grinding), you may also notice tooth fractures, head/neck/shoulder pain, jaw discomfort, and swelling in front of the ears.
Complications of Sleep Apnea
If you’re waking up exhausted or notice any of the telltale signs of sleep apnea, it’s important to contact your dentist for guidance. Your dentist in Houston, TX, can help diagnose the condition or send you to a specific specialist for an evaluation.
Complications of untreated sleep apnea include compromised kidney health, heart health issues, high blood pressure, and other systemic complications.
In our dental office, we offer laser sleep apnea treatment and appliance therapy, which can work as an alternative to the CPAP machine in some cases.
Some patients use CPAP at home but take their oral appliance with them during travel because it is easier to pack.
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Patients visit us from West Houston, Pine Forest Village, Clay Meadows, Memorial, and your neighborhood.
For more information or to schedule a consultation with the dentist, call us today at (281) 463-7258.
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