Boca Raton Dental Sleep Medicine

When talking about sleep apnea, most of the focus is usually on how tired it can make a person feel day in and day out because they basically aren’t breathing every time they go to bed. However, sleep apnea can actually affect much more than someone’s energy level. It can negatively impact a person’s health from head to toe, drastically lowering their quality of life in the process. For people with untreated sleep apnea, being tired should be the least of their worries! Here are the 3 greatest health risks for people with sleep apnea in Jupiter.

According to the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos, about 14% of Hispanic men and 6% of Hispanic women have obstructive sleep apnea in Jupiter, which is quite a bit higher compared to the general population (4% of men and 2% of women). Why is this serious sleep problem impacting one population more than others? A study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine sought to answer this question and also find a possible solution.

It’s that time of the year when people start to think aboutwhat they want to change in 2019, and for many, it comes downto two simple words: “lose weight.” Obesity is actually the #1 preventablecause of obstructive sleep apnea in Vero Beach, and years of research has shownthat when someone sheds the pounds, it can drastically reduce their sleep apneasymptoms. If you’re looking to lighten up in 2019 so you can improve your appearance,sleep quality, and overall health,here are 3 simple, no-nonsense tips that will help you accomplish your goal.

Needless to say, bringing a child into the world is no easy task, leading many expecting mothers to constantly feel exhausted throughout their pregnancy. For some, this is further complicated because they also have obstructive sleep apnea in Vero Beach, a very serious disorder that can have dire consequences for both mother and child. If you’re pregnant (or hope to be soon), getting your sleep apnea under control is essential to having both a smooth pregnancy and healthy baby.

No matter what your holiday traditions might be, you’re likely going to be spending a lot of time around friends and family in the coming weeks. If this involves staying anywhere overnight, and you snore, then you’re probably a bit worried. The last thing you want to do is keep your loved ones awake all night (especially if you only see some of them once a year)! Fortunately, snoring treatment in Jupiter doesn’t have to be that complicated. Just use the 4 tips below to ensure that you as well as everyone around you enjoys a restful holiday season.   (more…)

Millions of people plan on flying this holiday season, and for many, they’ll be traversing quite a few time zones in the process, meaning that the threat of jet lag is very real. While it’s just annoying for most people, for those with obstructive sleep apnea in Vero Beach, it can really put a lasting damper on the holidays by making chronic exhaustion and snoring much worse. To help you avoid and get over jet lag as quickly as possible, here are a few handy tips you can follow. (more…)

Whenever you see sleepwalking in movies or on TV, it’s usually played for laughs, but in reality, it can easily cause someone to experience serious physical injuries. According to a study published by the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, up to 10% of people with sleep apnea also exhibit “parasomnia” symptoms such as sleepwalking, hallucinations, and even sleep eating. How are they connected, and what should you do if you have obstructive sleep apnea in Vero Beach? (more…)

If you have sleep apnea in Jupiter, maintaining certain habits are essential to consistently getting a full night’s rest. Using your treatment, going to bed and waking up around the same time, and turning off all electronics within an hour of wanting to sleep are all extremely important, but there is one other thing a lot of people don’t think about: what they eat. If you consume certain foods or beverages right before bedtime, they can really hamper your sleep and even make your apnea much worse. Below are 4 foods/beverages you should definitely avoid within a few hours of going to bed. (more…)

If you’re like most Americans, then the last thing you probably do before getting ready for bed is turn off some type of electronic device, whether it be a phone, TV, laptop, or tablet. What you may not know is that all of these devices actually emit a soft blue light, one that can actually drastically lower your sleep quality. This is useful information for absolutely everyone, but it’s especially important for people who are using sleep apnea treatment in Jupiter. Why is this blue light so bad for sleep? Read on to learn why you should always unplug before you go to bed. (more…)

The holiday season will be here before you know it, and for many people, that means they will be hitting the road or the air to meet up with friends and family around the world to celebrate. Travel can be stressful enough, but if you have obstructive sleep apnea in Vero Beach, it can be a real nightmare. You have to worry about airport security checking your CPAP, trying to fit it into the overhead compartment, not knowing if you’ll be able to plug it in wherever you’re staying…it’s enough to make you just stay home! Fortunately, there’s something that can make all of these headaches go away, and it’s called combined therapy. What is it? Read on to find out! (more…)