OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA (OSA): THE GIANT SLEEPING DISORDER

THE ISSUE WITH OSA

People who have obstructive sleep apnea have trouble getting enough air while they sleep. This causes symptoms like loud snoring, gasping for air, and long pauses between breaths. 

Many people with OSA feel tired, have trouble concentrating, or are irritable. And because sleep apnea can keep your body from getting enough oxygen, it may make you more likely to have high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, and a stroke.

HOW SLEEP APNEA WORKS

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition that occurs when the tissues in the back of the throat collapse and block the airway. 

This can cause snoring, gasping, or choking sounds, and can sometimes lead to pauses in breathing during sleep. 

The tongue is one of the major muscles that can contribute to OSA. During sleep, the tongue relaxes and falls backwards, blocking the airway. 

In some people, the tongue is larger than average or the muscles are particularly relaxed, making them more likely to experience OSA.

HOW TO TREAT SLEEP APNEA

People with sleep apnea don't always get treatment because they don't know that symptoms like snoring are signs of a much bigger problem, so they don't go to the doctor. 

At our dental office in Edinburg, TX, we’ve been checking patients in North Edinburg neighborhoods such as Bar Number 5 Colonia, Ranchette Estates Colonia, and 281 Estates Colonia for sleep apnea for years now. 

The process starts with a meeting to talk about your condition and then you do a sleep study test at home. 

During the test, your breathing and heart rate are tracked by a device, and the results are sent to be viewed by a doctor who does sleep studies.

When the problem is very bad, a CPAP (continuous positive air pressure) mask will be suggested. 

But many people with OSA can get better with a simple dental device that moves their jaw forward while they sleep. With your tongue in this position, it can't fall back against your throat and block your airway.

CALL FOR YOUR PERSONALIZED EVALUATION

Our professional dentists at The Lakes Family Dental have helped people in Wood Colonia, Alma Colonia, Americana Colonia, and more for years with Sleep Apnea Treatments. 

Call our Edinburg office if you've been feeling tired in the mornings or if your companion has complained about your noisy snoring.

At The Lakes Family Dental, we want you to be proud to show off your smile. With the help of our skilled team of dental experts, we'll be able to figure out the best way to fix your SLEEP and assist you every step of the way to make sure the end result is perfect for you.

Call our offices today to get started: 956-247-4263

Call us at 956-247-4263 or Click today to set up an appointment or take advantage of a Free Sleep Apnea Consultation session with the staff at Lakes Family Dental to finally treat your Underbite!