Sleeping is how your body recharges and repairs itself, helping you face the following day with the energy you need. But for patients with sleep apnea, a serious condition where breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night, sleep can be a dangerous time. Luckily, treatment does exist for sleep apnea sufferers, and Medicare may
Recent research undertaken by the American Academy of Neurology points toward a connection between dementia and sleep disruption. While there is much research left to be done, the study, which will be presented later this year at the academy’s annual meeting in Philadephia, is another reminder of the importance of treating sleep apnea. Doctors Victoria
Everyone deserves a peaceful and restful sleep. If you suffer with sleep apnea, treatment options exist! At Walnut Pond Dental in Annandale, NJ, our dental team specializes in effective treatments for sleep apnea, that will help you achieve quality sleep that leaves you refreshed and invigorated. If you or a loved one suffers from sleep
You are certain that you slept a good eight hours, but you awaken only to find that you have a terrible headache. You are also feeling lethargic and quite irritable. Perhaps sleep apnea may be to blame for your constant inability to function or feel rested. Today, our team at Walnut Pond Dentistry explores 5
Have you enrolled in Medicare? If so, you may have questions regarding coverage requirements and out-of-pocket costs related to sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Victoria Uryniak and Dr. Carson Ferris-Zeolla help patients experiencing sleep apnea symptoms obtain the treatment they deserve. At the same time, our office assists patients in understanding what to expect
Does your snoring keep your partner awake at night? While this can be an inconvenience, your snoring may be an indicator of a much bigger problem. While snoring is a normal condition for about forty-five percent of adults, twenty-five percent have a chronic and severe condition obstructing their breathing, called sleep apnea. It may surprise
Sawing logs. It’s a good description, but what does snoring really sound like? The average snore hits 40-80 decibels. A 40-decibel sound is comparable to the background noise in a large, crowded theater; 80 is like a large truck going 50mph or a vacuum cleaner. No wonder snoring keeps roommates and spouses from getting adequate
If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, you’ve probably been prescribed a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device to wear at night. This is the standard treatment recommended for this condition because it does a very good job of keeping the airway open during the night. Patients often need a little time to
Awareness of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has blossomed in recent years, and many people have been diagnosed and treated as a result. However, for many people this very common condition remains a silent threat to their overall short- and long-term health. Many people know a little bit about sleep apnea, but don’t know enough about
Do you wake multiple times during the night? Does your partner constantly complain about your snoring? It is well known that sleep disorders can increase the risk for other health concerns such as dementia, stroke, heart disease, and more. But did you know that poor sleep can have a considerable impact on your job performance
