About Sleep Apnea

Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder that is characterized by a cessation or obstruction of airflow during sleep. This results in a partial or full arousal from sleep. These repetitive interruptions in breathing cause ineffectual sleep that effect many aspects of a person's health and life style. A person with sleep apnea might not realize they are continuously waking up during the night, however they do suffer from the effects of sleep deprivation.

• Number of Americans effected: 18 million
• Types of Sleep Apnea:
  • Obstructive Sleep Apena
  • Central Sleep Apnea
  • Mixed Sleep Apnea
• Sleep Apnea Treatments: Behavioral Changes, CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) Dental Appliances, Medications, Surgery.
• The symptoms of sleep apnea include: Loud snoring, Breathing cessation during sleep, Sudden awaknings due to shortness of breath, Dry mouth upon wakening, Sore throat upon wakening, Morning headaches, Sleepiness during the day, High blood pressure, Irritability, Change in personality, Depression, Heartburn, Restless sleep, Gasping and choking during sleep, Confusion upon awakening, Fatigue