{"id":270,"date":"2018-05-16T18:03:39","date_gmt":"2018-05-16T18:03:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/?p=270"},"modified":"2018-05-16T18:03:39","modified_gmt":"2018-05-16T18:03:39","slug":"sleep-apnea-southlake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/16\/sleep-apnea-southlake\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Sleep Apnea in Southlake? 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If you snore and have trouble getting through the day without feeling like you\u2019re going to fall asleep, chances are good that the answer is yes. Keep reading to learn more about what that means &#8212; and how to treat it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Causes Sleep Apnea?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common type of sleep apnea is OSA, or obstructive sleep apnea. It occurs when the airway is partially or completely constricted during sleep, blocking the proper flow of air. A person dealing with OSA may wake hundreds of times throughout the course of the night &#8212; but often, they do not remember these brief moments of wakefulness the next morning. This can make identifying the cause of chronic fatigue difficult. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep apnea can be caused by a number of factors, including the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being overweight or obese &#8212; the most common cause of sleep apnea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Older age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deviated septum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having small throat\/narrow airway<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy drinking or tobacco use, especially before bed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of certain medications affecting sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are the Warning Signs of Sleep Apnea?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You or a loved one may be suffering from OSA if you notice these symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loud, chronic snoring<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent waking throughout the night (usually observed by partner)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth or sore throat upon waking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nighttime teeth grinding (bruxism)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty completing daytime tasks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not delay seeking a professional\u2019s opinion if you suspect you are dealing with sleep apnea. Left untreated, this condition has been linked to heart failure, mood disorders, and even premature death. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Is Sleep Apnea Treated?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may surprise you to learn that your dentist can offer treatment for sleep apnea &#8212; but considering that they are experts in oral and facial anatomy, it makes sense that a dentist is highly qualified to provide therapy for the muscles controlling breath during sleep. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Preetha Thomas offers oral appliance therapy &#8212; it\u2019s an alternative to the traditional CPAP, which may be too cumbersome or noisy for some patients. By comparison, oral appliance therapy is small, portable, and, perhaps best of all, silent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are suffering from the exhausting side effects of sleep apnea, don\u2019t wait another day to get started with the relief you need. Because everyone deserves the rest and relaxation of a full night\u2019s sleep! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet Your Holistic Dentist<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Preetha Thomas is the holistic dentist Southlake trusts for whole-health focused care. If you have recently received a diagnosis for sleep apnea, we invite you to contact the office to learn more about how you can find relief from this common condition. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enclavedental.com\/contact-us.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call us today at <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">817-912-1218<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sleep apnea is something that affects nearly 18 million Americans, many of whom don\u2019t even realize there is a treatable condition behind their chronic fatigue. Are you one of the millions of people dealing with undiagnosed sleep apnea? 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