What is Sleep Apnea?

The Basics of TMJ-Related Sleep Apnea

Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when a person has repeated interruptions in their breathing during sleep. These pauses in breathing are called “apneas”, and they can last for several seconds and usually occur multiple times per hour which disrupts your normal sleep pattern.

Possible symptoms of sleep apnea (some of which are likely observed by your sleep partner) include:

  • Loud snoring
  • Gasping or choking during sleep
  • Excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Morning headaches
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Irritability or mood changes
  • Dry mouth or sore throat upon waking
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How Common is Sleep Apnea?

Statistics show that Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), the most common form of sleep apnea, affects approximately 9% to 38% of the global adult population, depending on the criteria used and the population studied. In the United States alone, it’s estimated that 1 in 5 people suffer from sleep apnea, yet up to 80% of moderate to severe cases remain undiagnosed!

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How To Confirm if You Have Sleep Apnea

To confirm a sleep apnea diagnosis, you should consult with a healthcare professional such as your primary care physician or a pulmonologist (lung specialist) who can assess symptoms and refer you for further testing. Sleep specialists or otolaryngologists (ENT doctors) are also often involved in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea. Once of the best ways to confirm your diagnosis is through a sleep study, either conducted at a sleep center (polysomnography) or through a home sleep apnea test. During the study, various body functions are monitored, such as heart rate, oxygen levels, airflow, and breathing patterns to confirm the diagnosis and the severity of your sleep apnea.

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