Florida Dental Sleep Disorders Blog

What if I Skip Using My CPAP for One Night?

August 30, 2019

You’ve been using CPAP therapy to treat your sleep apnea for a while now, and you’ve noticed some positive results. You sleep better, your mood has improved, and your partner doesn’t complain about your snoring anymore. However, you are tempted to stop using your CPAP for a night or two. You may want to indulge in a weekend getaway and not drag your machine along, or perhaps you just think the machine is uncomfortable and want to take a break. Will your sleep apnea return right away? What if you want to take a longer vacation from your CPAP? Let’s discuss these questions.

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5 Fast and Simple Ways to Stop Snoring

August 19, 2019

Does your snoring make you the subject of family jokes? Does your significant other complain about your snoring? If the answer to either of those questions is yes, now is the time to take action. Putting an end to your snoring might be easier than you think! In this blog post, we’ll talk about a few simple, fast, and effective methods for stopping the nighttime noise. Your family members might soon have to find a different reason to tease you!

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Have an Upcoming Sleep Test? Here’s What to Expect

August 12, 2019

Sleep testing in Jupiter can provide you and your doctor with invaluable information about the quality and quantity of your sleep. It can diagnose a range of disorders, including sleep apnea. Still, it’s understandable if you’re nervous about your sleep test, especially if it is taking place in a laboratory rather than in your home. Don’t worry. The test will likely be much easier than you anticipate. Here is a basic overview of what you can expect during the sleep study process:

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How Your Mood Affects Your Sleep and Vice Versa

August 5, 2019

It’s common knowledge that a stressful situation can keep you awake at night. That is true whether you just had a bad day at work or you are facing on ongoing ordeal. But did you know that the sleep-emotion relationship is a two-way street? Let’s talk about this complex relationship and then discuss how sleep apnea treatment may be able to improve the quality of your shuteye and boost your emotional health.

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I’m Too Loud! Can Snoring Treatment in Melbourne Help?

July 30, 2019

Has your significant other told you that you sound like a chainsaw when you’re asleep? Loud snoring is an issue that plagues countless individuals — and their bed partners — across the United States. If you are all too familiar with the embarrassment and social awkwardness that comes with loud snoring, you may wonder why you struggle with this issue. You might also be ready to seek out snoring treatment in Melbourne. Let’s discuss the causes behind snoring and how you and your partner may be able to enjoy quieter nights.

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Gender’s Relationship with Sleep Cycles and Sleep Apnea

July 19, 2019

There are quite a few physiological differences between men and women. Height, weight, body composition, hormonal interactions, and more all have a strong connection to an individual’s gender. But did you know that whether you are male or female can also have a big impact on the quality of your sleep and your risk for sleep apnea in Boca Raton? Let’s take a moment to talk about this fascinating subject.

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Can My Sleep Tracker Diagnose Sleep Apnea in Jupiter?

July 12, 2019

Health apps and wearable technology are useful for many things. They can count your steps and remind you to stay active; they can measure your heartrate; and they can give you a place to record data about your food and water intake. Many devices even track your sleep. But how accurate are their sleep tracking abilities? Can your device help you determine whether you have sleep apnea in Jupiter?

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