Everyone understands the importance of a good night's sleep; it is difficult to perform even the simplest daily tasks if you aren't well-rested. If you suffer from sleep apnoea, you will not only be tired but could also potentially be at risk for many health issues.
What Is Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a fairly common condition where a person stops breathing multiple times while asleep. As a result, patients who suffer from sleep apnoea don't get adequate rest and experience the following symptoms:
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Trouble remembering
What If Sleep Apnoea Goes Untreated?
The typical treatment for sleep apnoea is a CPAP machine where the patient wears a mask designed to help them breathe when they are asleep. If sleep apnoea is left untreated, serious long-term health concerns and side effects can occur. These health issues include the following:
- Type II diabetes
- Hypertension
- Weight gain
- Stroke
- Heart attack
- Vehicle accidents
- Shortened lifespan
What Treatment Is Available at Casuarina Square Dental Care?
We offer a customised 3-D Sleep Advance oral appliance for sleep apnoea patients who struggle with their CPAP machine to help open the airways and improve sleep quality.
Are You Considering Sleep Apnoea Treatment in Darwin?
If you or a loved one would like to discuss sleep apnoea treatment options with someone in our dental clinic, we welcome your call at (08) 8927 9418.