A recent study categorized people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) based on their differing symptoms. It found that there was a strong link between excessive daytime sleepiness and cardiovascular disease. For those with OSA, it increases their hypertension risk. About 30% of people with high blood pressure also have OSA, according to the American Thoracic […]
Do you have trouble falling asleep? While it might be tempting to have a glass or two of wine before bed, think again. Insomnia is often accompanied by restlessness and anxiety, but alcohol can make you feel drowsy and relaxed. This might seem like an ideal combination when you need to wind down, but it […]
Maintaining optimal overall health requires adequate nutrition, regular physical activity, mental well-being and a good night’s sleep. Knowing that, when was the last time you got a good night’s sleep? If you can’t remember, then now is the time to educate yourself on the different sleep disorders and how they affect your health and well-being. […]
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has negative effects on medical conditions. You might have heard it already, but untreated OSA can be deadly. By visiting Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia to learn more about sleep apnea, you can take charge of your health. In the infographic below you can learn more about […]
Sleep apnea can add extra stress on your heart. By treating sleep apnea, you can potentially protect yourself from hypertension, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmia, congestive heart failure and sudden death. Sleep apnea’s stress on the heart should not go ignored. Take a look at the infographic below to learn more about sleep apnea and […]
Treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is so important. And what makes it extremely important to treat sleep apnea is because we want to keep our memories. New research now suggests that OSA may impair a person’s ability to form meaningful memories about their personal life. In turn this could be a sign of depression. In […]
It is important to understand the dangers of sleep apnea. To help you better understand these dangers, we have created an easy to follow infographic for you. In this infographic you will see the different dangers of sleep apnea. Take a look and if you have any questions, contact Dr. Mayoor Patel at Craniofacial Pain […]
If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, are older in age and have reduced body mass index (BMI), it might limit your success of sleep apnea treatment. These are all predictors of upper airway stimulation treatment response. Researchers have found that for each one year increase in age, there is a 9 percent increase in […]
When you don’t get enough sleep, it may lead to health problems. In fact, a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found a potential link between sleeping less than six hours a night and atherosclerotic lesions–the buildup of cholesterol in the wall of your blood vessel–in different blood vessels […]
Are you committed to a proper sleep regimen? Do you avoid certain foods and drinks that can mess with your sleep? Do you practice meditation and other breathing methods to help you unwind each night? Are you tired all the time? There are a variety of things you can do to improve your sleep every […]