What is sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is a serious and common health condition in which a patient stops breathing for brief periods while they are asleep. These apneic episodes can occur anywhere between five and 100 times every hour, and they cause a variety of symptoms. Furthermore, sleep apnea is associated with significant health problems.
Oral appliance therapy is more comfortable and convenient than CPAP. Continue reading to learn more about some causes and concerns surrounding sleep apnea, and your treatment options!
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