Sleep Apnea Treatment - Denison, TX
Don’t Allow Sleep Apnea to
Rob You of Uninterrupted Sleep
Restore Restful Nights for a
Healthier and Productive Life
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing cessation episodes occur multiple times while a person is asleep. Although there are three types of sleep apnea, obstructive sleep apnea is the most common sleep-related breathing disorder associated with airway obstruction. Interruptions in breathing cause most people to briefly awaken, engage muscles in their throat, and take several gasps or deep breaths accompanied by sounds like snorting or choking.
Restless sleep with periods of nighttime wakefulness can be accompanied by tossing and turning, suddenly awakening, and waking up a bed partner. At Lake Texoma Dental Care & Wellness, our team may recommend a sleep study to diagnose the precise extent of your problem, or we may prescribe appropriate sleep apnea treatment in Denison, TX, for milder cases.
Common Sleep Apnea Symptoms
- Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
- Loud snoring at night
- Waking up at night, short of breath
- Snorting, gasping, or choking sounds during the night
- Morning headaches and/or dry mouth
- Falling asleep unintentionally during the day
- Extreme drowsiness throughout the day
The Three Types of Sleep Apnea
and Underlying Causes
Breathe Better and Sleep Soundly
with Sleep Apnea Treatment
The Serious Health Repercussions
of Untreated Sleep Apnea
OSA leads to recurrent airway obstruction, which in turn causes an increased heart rate and surge in blood pressure, thereby putting extra strain on the heart and circulatory system. Evidence suggests that people with OSA have higher heart rates, blood pressure, and increased arterial hardening compared to people who don’t suffer from sleep apnea. It’s not surprising that multiple studies have shown an increased risk of cardiovascular events and related death in people with sleep apnea.
The ongoing state of fatigue caused by sleep apnea can lead to problems at work or school, as well as dangerous situations when driving or operating heavy machinery. In addition, sleep apnea is associated with metabolic syndrome, type II diabetes, depression, and even an elevated risk of cancer, especially when it’s severe. With sleep apnea treatment in Denison, TX, you never have to let oxygen deprivation rob you of the sleep and optimal health you deserve!