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 & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia.

What are the dangers of sleep apnea?

While the infographic does show what these dangers are. Here is a brief summary of those dangers for easier viewing:

  • 1 in 5 adults have mild obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
  • 1 in 15 adults have severe OSA.
  • 75 percent of severe cases go undiagnosed.
  • 25 percent of middle aged men have sleep apnea.

Contact us at Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia today if you suspect you might be suffering from sleep apnea.