Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Diagnosing and Treating Sleep Apnea If you believe you may have obstructive sleep apnea, a visit to the oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS) is recommended for a complete examination and an accurate diagnosis.  At your first visit, the doctor will take a medical history and perform a head and neck examination looking for problems that… Read more »

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious and even life-threatening condition. The risks of undiagnosed OSA include heart attack, stroke, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, heart disease and decreased libido. In addition, OSA causes daytime drowsiness that can result in accidents, lost productivity and relationship problems.  The National Sleep Foundation estimates… Read more »

Symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea  If someone close to you has spoken of your loud snoring and has noticed that you often wake up abruptly, gasping for air, you should consult your oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS). These could be signs of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The risks of untreated OSA include heart attack, stroke,… Read more »

Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated lapses in breathing during sleep. These pauses, called apneic events, are caused by obstruction of airflow due to collapse of the upper airway, or via improper signals from the brain in the case of central sleep apnea. Symptoms of… Read more »