Weatherford Sleep Blog

If you use an oral appliance for sleep apnea, you already know how much it improves your sleep. But did you know that without proper cleaning, your device can start to work against you in some ways? Just like brushing your teeth, cleaning your appliance is critical for your health. Continue reading to learn how to keep your oral appliance fresh, germ-free, and working its best.

Wetting the bed as an adult can be embarrassing, but if it only happens every once in a while, it’s probably nothing to worry about. But if it becomes a constant issue, then it could potentially be a side effect of a more serious problem: sleep apnea. Below is a closer look at how bedwetting and sleep apnea can be related, as well as what you can do to address them.

Your brain is the foundation of all you are and all you do. It regulates conscious and unconscious bodily processes, stores memories, allows you to feel emotions, processes sensory information, and so much more. Truly, it is an amazing creation. Sadly, though, it is also a bit delicate. Certain health conditions, including sleep apnea, may adversely affect it. Just what impact might sleep apnea have on your brain? This blog post explains.

Do you struggle paying attention? Do you find that you are increasingly forgetful? Sleep apnea and ADHD have similar symptoms. Because of this, it can be difficult to tell which one is ailing you. Read on to learn more about ADHD and sleep apnea, how they work, their connection, and what you should do if you think you have one or both of them.

In a recent year, nearly 10 million people died of cancer worldwide. In the United States, it is the second-leading cause of death after heart disease. While some instances of cancer are unavoidable, other cases might have been avoided if certain modifiable risk factors had been addressed. One of those risk factors might be sleep apnea, particularly in women. This blog post explores that troubling connection.

There are many reasons why you might prefer an oral appliance over a CPAP machine to treat your sleep apnea, such as comfort or the lack of noise. However, when you first get your appliance, you will likely need some time to get used to wearing it. Knowing what to expect can help make the adjustment process go smoother, so here’s a closer look at what might happen at the start of your oral appliance therapy.

You already know about all of the negative effects that smoking can have on your body. However, did you know that smoking can also have an impact on the people around you? Secondhand smoke can have a variety of dangerous side effects – especially for young children. In fact, secondhand smoke can increase children’s risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. This disorder keeps them from getting the quality sleep they need to thrive. Read on to learn more about obstructive sleep apnea and how secondhand smoke plays a role.

Sleep apnea can result in numerous negative effects, like chronic fatigue, mood changes, irritability, and lack of focus. If you find out that you have sleep apnea, you aren’t alone. Sleep apnea affects more than 20 million people in the United States, and celebrities aren’t excluded from this number. Here are some of the popular stars out there who are also suffering from sleep apnea.

How well do you normally sleep during the summer? Many people find that the hottest months of the year make it more difficult to get quality rest. This is especially the case for individuals who are already struggling with sleep apnea. It’s a good idea to learn as much as possible about the impact summer can have on your sleep – as well as the steps you can take to improve your slumber.

You know that unsettled feeling you get when you have a bad dream? Even though you know it’s not real, they can still leave you feeling anxious and uneasy all day. But while most people only have to deal with them every once in a while, for those with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) frequent nightmares can often be a way of life.