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🛏️ Are You Losing Sleep Over Sleep Apnea? It Could Be Affecting More Than You Think! 🩺 Did you know that 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and as many as 83% of those with type 2 diabetes may have undiagnosed sleep apnea? The connection between these two conditions creates a vicious cycle, impacting your sleep, blood sugar levels, and overall health. 😴🍎 At Concierge Dentistry, we understand the critical role that quality sleep plays in your health. That’s why we offer at-home sleep tests to diagnose sleep apnea comfortably and conveniently. With proper treatment, you can break the cycle and improve your well-being. ✅ Learn more about the connection between sleep apnea and diabetes in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/g2x8UVSR 📞 Ready to take the first step toward better sleep and health? Schedule a consultation today: https://lnkd.in/gX6xmwNF #SleepApnea #DiabetesAwareness #HealthAndWellness #ConciergeDentistry #BetterSleepBetterHealth

Study links sleep apnea treatment and happier, healthier relationships Link: https://lnkd.in/edJmtDWQ A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting demonstrates that when individuals with obstructive sleep apnea use their positive airway pressure machine more regularly, it benefits their relationship with their partner. Results show that greater adherence to PAP therapy was associated with higher levels of relationship satisfaction and lower levels of relationship conflict. Higher sleep efficiency among patients also was associated with higher levels of relationship satisfaction as reported by both the patient and their partner. "Recognizing that sleep and sleep disorders have an impact on the quality of a relationship could be a powerful motivator for those affected with sleep apnea to adhere to treatment," said lead author Wendy Troxel, who is a senior behavioral scientist with RAND and licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct professor at the University of Utah, where the study was conducted. "We developed a couples-based treatment called 'We-PAP' in recognition of the fact that couples' sleep is a shared experience and to help patients and partners overcome challenges to adhering PAP together." #sleep #research #relationships #mentalhealth #sleephealth #sleepapnea #sleep2024 #sleeptrends #osa #health #healthcare #wePAP

Sleep Apnoea continues to underdiagnosed and over these years attempts have been made to develop simple tools like questionnaires(scales) to suspect sleep apnea. This new scale named GPSS developed by our group led by Dr Subash Heraganahally outperforms all the commonly used sleep apnea questionnaires like ESS, Berlin Questionnaire, OSA 50 score in the cohort studied. The scale is focussed at General physicians to enable them easily integrate it their practice with ease. This can potentially be used across the world specially in the developing regions # Darwin Private Respiratory & Sleep Health # Sleep Health Foundation # Gold Coast Lung and Sleep # SEAASM #Sleep Cure Solutions

Dr. Dan Gartenberg here, sharing my personal saga of tackling sleep apnea. Last time I posted on this, I was diving into my sleep apnea evaluation using this cool new device called Wesper. It lets you check your breathing health right from your home and connects you with an MD for a diagnosis. So, I went all in with Wesper.co, tracking my sleep over three days, and got my official diagnosis of mild to moderate sleep apnea from a connected MD. Armed with this diagnosis, I headed to my dentist and got the ball rolling with my insurance to cover a mandibular advancement device from Panthera. It’s like a mouth guard that pushes your lower jaw forward, which is backed by hundreds of studies for treating mild to moderate sleep apnea. Insurance only covered half since I have an EPO, but with a PPO, you'd get around 80-90% covered. It usually costs about $3k out of pocket… If you are a dentist, chiro, or sleep specialist, please reach out to me at dan@sleepspace.com about how you can incorporate this into your practice. After a couple of weeks, my dentist crafted my MAD device. It's super simple to put in and use, and once in place, it pushes my lower jaw forward, opening up my airway. The next step was crucial—ensuring this device was actually working. For severe cases, CPAP is usually the go-to, but there are other treatments like Inspire, or you can consult an ENT for more options. But since my case was mild to moderate, I opted to try the MAD first. I used Wesper again to validate the device's effectiveness. Initially, my moderate apnea showed an apnea-hypoxia index of 13.2 on the more conservative metric (3% oxygen desaturation) and 7.8 on the less conservative metric (4% oxygen desaturation). Ideally, you want fewer than five events per hour to avoid a sleep apnea diagnosis, but aiming for one or two per hour would be optimal for health. After retesting with the device, my apnea events dropped significantly. The more conservative metric showed 5.5 events per hour, and the less conservative metric showed just 2.1 events per hour. This improvement indicated that the device was effectively treating my sleep apnea. Looking ahead, I'm planning to incorporate weight loss into my treatment and then retest without the device to see the impact. Wesper’s affordability at $67 a month makes it accessible for ongoing sleep health monitoring. You don’t need to use it nightly—just periodically to keep tabs on your sleep health and make informed decisions. You can unlock this technology today with this special link that goes into details about my sleep journey: https://lnkd.in/ezMdqMTi That's it for my journey so far. I'll update you in another video, hopefully with more progress and insights. Have a great sleep! https://lnkd.in/eUW6zeDT Remember to consult a doctor for all medical questions!

Do you get at least 7 hours of sleep each night? If not, that lack of sleep has a greater impact than you might think - it could affect your long-term heart health. Read more about the link between sleep deprivation and heart health from our sleep expert, Phillip LoSavio, in the article below. #sleephealth #sleepapnea #hearthealth #entsurgery

At Quality DME, we understand that quality sleep isn't just about feeling rested but about nurturing relationships. Recent studies highlight how effective sleep apnea treatment can significantly enhance the bond between couples. Discover the profound benefits of addressing sleep apnea, not just for health but for love as well. Dive into the latest findings from U.S. News & World Report on how proper treatment can transform your nights and days together. Join us in promoting better sleep health for more robust, happier relationships! #SleepApnea #SleepHealth #BetterTogether #HealthyRelationships #CouplesHealth #SleepWellLiveWell #QualityDME

https://lnkd.in/ewSmFEFY... EP# 72 - Awakening to Health with Dr. Eck's Sleep Apnea Solutions Have you ever considered the mysterious realm of sleep and its profound impact on our health? Dr. Eck from Sleep Treatment Direct joins us to unravel the complexities of sleep apnea and its myriad health implications. With a personal narrative that's as compelling as it is educational, Dr. Eck takes us through his own sleep apnea journey, along with a poignant account of his father's early heart issues, underscoring the urgency for proper sleep disorder treatment. Beyond the traditional CPAP machines, Dr. Eck introduces innovative and less intrusive alternative treatments that promise a more comfortable night's sleep for those hampered by snoring and sleep-related breathing disorders. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone either battling sleep problems or simply fascinated by sleep's role in overall well-being. Dr. Eck illuminates the staggering statistics around undiagnosed sleep apnea cases while exposing the tragic mislabeling of children with behavioral issues which, in truth, can be attributed to a lack of quality sleep. Not just another conversation, but a wake-up call to the transformative power of addressing sleep disorders, this discussion with Dr. Eck is a must-listen for its potential to change lives by changing sleep patterns. SLEEP TREATMENT DIRECT Dr. Fred Eck 27499 Riverview Center Blvd # 238 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239-444-1741 Info@sleeptreatmentdirect.com

🚨 Did you know that tongue and lip ties could be affecting your airway health and sleep? 🚨 Sleep apnea is often linked to weight or age, but the structure of your mouth and throat can also play a surprising role. Tongue and lip ties, commonly dismissed as minor childhood issues, may contribute to sleep-disordered breathing or even sleep apnea. In our latest blog, we explore: ✅ What tongue and lip ties are ✅ How they can impact airway health and sleep ✅ The importance of early screening and treatment Our expert functional medicine doctor, Dr. Alicia McCubbins, specializes in identifying and addressing these hidden contributors to airway issues. Early intervention can lead to better sleep and overall health. Read more below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gXeheAYw

Sleep apnea treatment shouldn’t be complicated, which is why we created a convenient and effective way to save you from sleep apnea. Here’s how it works: 🏠 Start with a home sleep test: Simple, reusable, and done from the comfort of your bed, this test will measure hundreds of sleep signals, arming you with hard data about your sleep. 👩⚕️ Get results via telemedicine: Review your sleep test data with a provider to understand your sleep, and, if needed, get a night guard prescription to fix your sleep apnea. 🦷 Guided dental impressions: Make your dental impressions with the guidance of a certified sleep dentist for the highest quality impressions possible. 🛌 Custom night guard delivery: Enjoy your custom night guard with access to your care team for questions. You deserve a better way to optimize your sleep and improve your health, and we’re here to make sure you get there as quickly and easily as possible. Learn more at the link below. https://lnkd.in/e_iZxhRd

Sleep apnea symptoms linked to memory and thinking problems . People who experience sleep apnea may be more likely to also have memory or thinking problems, according to a preliminary study. The study shows a positive association but did not determine whether sleep apnea causes cognitive decline. #ScienceDailynews #InnovativeResearch #NextGenScience #ExploringFrontiers