Sleep apnea is a dangerous sleep disorder that causes dysregulated breathing throughout the night.
Patients suffering from sleep apnea may stop breathing multiple times during the night and wake up without even realizing it. This can actually happen hundreds of times for patients with severe sleep apnea.
Here are three telltale signs that you might be suffering from sleep apnea.
#1 Loud Snoring
Snoring that keeps your bed partner awake during the night is one sign of an obstructed airway, which is one cause of sleep apnea.
Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, but if your bed partner accuses you regularly of keeping them up with loud snoring, you may want to consider a sleep study to see if you're dealing with sleep apnea.
#2 Waking Up Choking or Coughing
When your airway is obstructed, you may find yourself choking, coughing, or gasping for air when you wake up.
#3 Frequent Headaches
If you suffer from frequent headaches or migraines, especially in the morning, sleep apnea may be contributing.
Dr. Mike and his team offer sleep apnea treatment in Centennial with custom oral appliances designed to reposition the jaw slightly during sleep and open the airway for clear breathing.
If you're interested in learning more about how your dentist in Centennial, CO, can help you reclaim your rest, contact our team at (303) 795-0066.