Obstructive sleep apnea is a frustrating and uncomfortable health condition characterized by the windpipe becoming blocked when the tissues of the neck relax during sleep. When the brain realizes it isn’t getting enough oxygen, it will send a distress signal to the rest of the body, causing the sleeper to wake up suddenly and out of breath. Here’s how this may worsen the patient’s chances of developing serious health conditions like diabetes, how you can reduce your symptoms at home, and how your sleep dentist can help.
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