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Sometimes the schedules we keep can be exhausting. The need for a good night’s sleep is important to our health and affects our ability to function efficiently each day. If you feel that you are not rested despite a sufficient amount of time spent sleeping, you might want to consider that you could have obstructive […]

Many health problems a person may experience could be the effects of having obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). So many things can be affected that a person might fail to connect the dots at first. If you are experiencing perplexing health issues, by becoming educated in regards to the symptoms and following through on the knowledge […]

A sign of obstructive sleep apnea is snoring interrupted by short pauses of silence, which are usually followed by gasping or choking. Bed partners often notice this warning sign. When a sign such as this is identified, it is important to seek treatment. Patients who suffer from snoring and other problems related to sleep apnea […]

Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition that has an enormous impact on a person’s wellbeing, both physically and emotionally. Although there are numerous treatment options to aid in the restoration of functional sleep, not every person will respond well to any given one. Most often, the first solution considered for sleep apnea is a combination […]

Snoring is a problem that millions of people experience every now and then. In most cases, snoring is just a minor annoyance, posing no significant threat to sleep or health. On the other hand, some people’s snoring is indicative of a far more serious problem, one that can have major consequences. Snoring can be so […]

Obstructive sleep apnea is a widely misunderstood condition affecting millions of Americans. It is estimated that over half of those afflicted are unaware of it. Additionally, a large percentage of diagnosed cases are untreated. What is apnea? Sleep apnea is characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. Central sleep apnea is a rare form of […]

Apnea is a chronic sleeping disorder affecting millions of Americans. It is estimated that over half of all sleep apnea cases are undiagnosed, and over half of those diagnosed are not compliant with treatment. Increasingly, patients concerned about apnea are turning to specially trained dentists such as Dr. Clint Bruyere, of Longview TX. Official diagnosis […]

Sleep apnea causes repeated temporary pauses in breathing while sleeping. This sleep related breathing disorder could have serious consequences if left untreated. In mild cases, simple lifestyle changes may control the condition. Some of these changes may include sleeping on your side, losing weight, and quitting smoking. However, if these measures are insufficient, a sleep […]

We are all familiar with snoring. It happens to some people occasionally and others every night. Usually, the snoring person continues sleeping while keeping his or her bed partner awake. In the past, it was considered little more than an aggravation for the person kept awake. However, recent medical research has revealed a multitude of […]