Common Sleep Apnea Warning Signs and Risk Factors
August 13, 2017
Sleep apnea is the second most common sleep disorder following insomnia. Patients who suffer from sleep apnea experience regular cessation of breathing for ten or more seconds at a time. While this may seem like nothing more than a bad habit, sleep apnea can actually lead to a number of serious health concerns including elevated blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Review the following warning signs and risk factors for sleep apnea. If you think you may be suffering from sleep apnea, you can work with a sleep doctor or a dentist trained in dental sleep medicine. These professionals can help you receive an accurate sleep apnea diagnosis and assist in treatment planning.
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Sleep Apnea in Fort Worth can be Deadly
November 19, 2016
Is your snoring just a nuisance, or does it jeopardize your systemic health? Sleep apnea in Fort Worth is a harmful sleep disorder, and loud, persistent snoring is just one of its many symptoms. Dr. Deborah A. Romack of Weatherford Dental Sleep Medicine partners with patients and their primary care physicians to treat sleep apnea for restful sleep and better overall health.
Fort Worth sleep apnea linked to depression
June 15, 2016
You’re tired, listless, unable to concentrate or remember. You feel sad, depressed and uninterested in activities you normally love. What’s the problem? It could be Fort Worth sleep apnea or another sleep-related disorder, such as insomnia. Weatherford dentist, Dr. Deborah A. Romack, takes a special interest in sleep problems and offers modern diagnostics and workable solutions. (more…)
How an Oral Device Treats Your Sleep Apnea
March 1, 2016
There’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep — but if you’re dealing with the condition known as sleep apnea, you likely haven’t felt rested in a while. And left untreated, the effects of sleep apnea are more than exhaustion. The condition has been linked to serious heart problems like high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. Fortunately, you can find relief with a removable oral device. Keep reading to learn more about sleep apnea therapy in Weatherford!
Sleep Better with a CPAP Alternative in Weatherford
January 11, 2016
Once you received a diagnosis for your sleep apnea, you probably thought a solution was in close sight. But if you were advised to try a CPAP, chances are good your sleep quality is just as poor as it was before. Patients often find that dealing with these noisy, uncomfortable machines is worse than the original problem. If that sounds like your experience, you’ll be relieved to know that your dentist in Weatherford has a wonderful CPAP alternative — a comfortable, removable oral device.