{"id":323,"date":"2023-03-02T13:58:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-02T13:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=323"},"modified":"2023-03-15T14:18:55","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T14:18:55","slug":"national-sleep-awareness-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fresnofamilydental.com\/blog\/national-sleep-awareness-week\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Know If I Have Sleep Apnea?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Adequate rest is often a luxury for most people. Busy schedules, taking kids to school, helping them with homework, completing projects for work, and trying to fix dinner are all things that can keep you from embracing the joy of a restful night\u2019s sleep. Since March 12-18, 2023 is National Sleep Awareness Week<\/a>, a sleep dentist is here to share what signs you need to look for that might point to problems with sleep apnea as well as what you can do to seek help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sleep apnea is a common condition millions of people suffer from in the United States. It occurs when a blockage forms in the throat, preventing air from flowing freely through the airway. The most prominent form is known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and it is the result of collapsed muscles in the throat, creating an obstruction that prevents proper breathing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 12-20 million people struggling to achieve a quality night\u2019s sleep, it\u2019s imperative that appropriate treatment is available to reduce the risk of harmful behaviors and worsening overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Most Common Symptoms?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may not know if you suffer from sleep apnea unless you have a partner who can tell you if you stop breathing at night or snore. Not all snorers have sleep apnea and vice versa. However, if you begin to notice any of the following symptoms, it\u2019s best to go ahead and schedule an appointment with your dentist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n