Sleep Apnea Therapy in Weatherford Stops These Side Effects

The symptoms look like this: Difficulty driving home from work without feeling like you’re going to fall asleep. Being increasingly irritable when you finally get home. Bad memory. Loss of motivation. A partner who can’t sleep through your loud snoring.

Sound familiar? If so, you may be one of the millions of people in the US who suffers from sleep apnea. Dr. Deborah A. Romack knows the toll this sleep breathing disorder can take on an otherwise happy and productive life, and that’s why she offers sleep apnea therapy in Weatherford. The most common form of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It occurs when the lower jaw and tongue collapse and block the proper flow of air during the night. A removable oral device can help your airway stay unobstructed during sleep, preventing snoring and helping you rest soundly once again.

Keep reading to learn more about sleep apnea, including the warning signs and how to know when it’s time to seek a professional’s help.

Symptoms of Sleep Apnea

Because the warning signs of sleep apnea resemble those of other conditions affecting sleep, like depression or anxiety, they are often misinterpreted or ignored. Educate yourself on what sleep apnea looks like to ensure you or a loved one receives effective treatment sooner rather than later. Some of the most common symptoms include…

• Loud, chronic, persistent snoring
• Frequent waking throughout the night
• Waking with a dry mouth or sore throat
• Teeth grinding or jaw clenching
• And others

The Harmful Effects of Sleep Apnea

The effects of sleep apnea on your systemic well-being are significant. The condition has been linked to serious heart problems (cardiovascular disease, heart attack, stroke), diabetes, loss of memory, and other health conditions. But before the toll on overall health come the effects on your day to day life. People who are unable to get a full night’s sleep most evenings are running on a serious deficit, and they often report feeling chronically fatigued and irritable. It’s difficult to get through their everyday tasks. Work performance may suffer, and interest in sex usually declines. In the worst cases, the effects of untreated sleep apnea are fatal. Studies show sleepy drivers are actually more likely to be involved in a car accident than people who get the rest they need.  

Sleep apnea takes a significant toll on people who have it, but their partners may feel the effects, too. It’s difficult to fall and stay asleep beside someone who’s constantly tossing and turning. In fact, it’s often the partner of a sleep apnea sufferer who first notices there’s a problem.

If you’re experiencing the warning signs of sleep apnea, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Dr. Romack’s office. She diagnoses and treats OSA using the latest technologies and methods and the expert approach she’s known for.

Want Better Rest? Talk to Us Today

If you just can’t seem to catch a good night’s rest no matter what you do, you may need professional help — like a Weatherford snoring treatment. Dr. Romack offers that and more! We invite you to request an appointment at Weatherford Dental Sleep Medicine today.