Sleep apnea affects millions of US adults. It occurs when patients stop breathing for ten or more seconds at a time during sleep. If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea or think you may be suffering from this common sleep disorder, don’t put off seeking care from a sleep doctor or dentist. Without treatment, patients who suffer from sleep apnea experience elevated blood pressure, heart disease, or severe exhaustion. Keep reading to find out more about sleep dentistry.
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