About Sleep Apnea in Reading, PA
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Contact UsWhat Is Sleep Apnea?
If you snore loudly or feel moody or fatigued during the day, it may be a sign of a more serious condition called sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes the airway to become obstructed and may lead to lapses in breathing throughout the night.
The lack of oxygen will wake your body up so that you can breathe. This phenomenon can happen all throughout the night, preventing you from getting much-needed REM sleep while also disturbing any bedmates in the process.
Luckily, our dedicated team at The Sleep Apnea and Craniofacial Pain Center is here to provide options that can relieve your sleep apnea and help you reclaim your peaceful nights. For more information on sleep apnea and solutions to this disorder, schedule an appointment with sleep specialist Dr. Stephen Sulzbach at our Reading, PA office today.
What Are the Types of Sleep Apnea?
There are three types of sleep apnea that involve intermittent pauses in breathing throughout the night, causing you to wake repeatedly to breathe. While you may not even be aware of these interruptions, each form of sleep apnea can have detrimental effects.
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): OSA is the most common type of sleep apnea and occurs when your airflow is obstructed due to your tongue or throat muscles relaxing. In this case, CPAP machines and oral appliance therapy are usually prescribed to treat the issue.
- Central Sleep Apnea (CSA): CSA occurs when the brain does not send the proper signals to the muscles that are responsible for breathing. While symptoms of CSA are similar to those of OSA, this form of sleep apnea often affects individuals with underlying illnesses such as severe obesity, chronic heart problems, and stroke. In this case, treating the underlying issue in combination with sleep apnea treatment will help relieve symptoms.
- Complex/Mixed Sleep Apnea (MSA): MSA occurs when you exhibit symptoms of both obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. If CPAP therapy or an oral appliance isn’t effective, it may indicate that you have this third type of sleep apnea. Dr. Sulzbach may recommend a tailor-made combination of lifestyle changes as well as oral appliance therapy to relieve your symptoms.
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What Are the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?
Symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea overlap, but the most common signs and symptoms include:
- Loud and frequent snoring
- Waking up with a dry mouth
- Gasping for air during the night
- Shallow breathing during the night
- Breathing stops during the night
- Daytime sleepiness
- Fatigue
- Headaches upon awakening
- Irritability
- Difficulty sleeping or staying asleep
- Concentration problems
While loud snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, not every patient diagnosed with sleep apnea may experience snoring. If untreated, sleep apnea can contribute to the development of mood disorders and increase your risk of heart disease, strokes, and other serious conditions that can negatively impact the quality of your life.
How Is Sleep Apnea Treated?
The negative effects of sleep apnea don’t stop at disturbing your nightly rest. It can worsen existing health issues, such as obesity and heart disease, and impact your interpersonal relationships and mental health. Sleep apnea in children can impact their educational performance and increase their daytime drowsiness along with other problems.
Sleep apnea treatment in Reading, PA is simple and effective. Depending on your unique situation, Dr. Sulzbach may recommend more than one treatment option to relieve your symptoms. This can include a customized oral appliance designed to hold your jaw slightly forward and keep your airway open. He may also suggest making simple lifestyle adjustments to alleviate your symptoms.
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Are you not sleeping as well as you used to? Do you or your sleeping partner have a habit of snoring? If so, it may be time to visit The Sleep Apnea and Craniofacial Pain Center in Reading, PA for sleep apnea treatment. For more information about sleep apnea or to schedule your free consultation with Dr. Stephen Sulzbach, contact us today!
About Sleep Apnea FAQs
Why do some people snore louder than others?
Some people snore louder than others due to the characteristics of their bodies, mouths, and and more. The structure of these areas can cause a person to snore louder. Additionally, things like medications and alcohol consumption can exasperate snoring.
Do all dentists treat sleep apnea?
While many dentists are able to treat sleep apnea, it's important to work with a dentist who has the experience necessary to diagnose and treat the condition, such as Dr. Sulzbach. He has years of experience helping individuals with their sleep apnea and has sought out additional training in the area so he is a great option for treating sleep apnea.
Does a person's weight affect sleep apnea?
A person's weight actually has a direct impact on their snoring and sleep apnea. A person with a higher weight may experience more severe symptoms of sleep apnea; however, if that person lost weight, they may experience less symptoms.
What happens if sleep apnea goes untreated?
Sleep apnea can begin to impact several areas of your life if left untreated. It can impact your overall health, productivity, and more. Some common things sleep apnea can lead to include:
- Low-energy
- Reduced productivity during the day
- Hypertension
- Diabetes (makins regulating insulin more difficult)