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How to Spot the Signs of Sleep Apnoea

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2016

4443553_blogEven an isolated bad night can leave you feeling tired and lethargic for days. If you regularly struggle with sleep, this can have serious implications for your physical and mental health. Sleep apnoea is a potentially severe sleep disorder, which can contribute to disturbed nights of sleep for you and those around you. If you’re worried about sleep apnoea or you frequently find yourself experiencing breathing difficulties during the night, we may be able to help.

Spotting the signs of sleep apnoea

Sleep apnoea is not the same as snoring, but heavy and frequent snoring can be a symptom of sleep apnoea. Apnoea is characterised by episodes of interrupted breathing, which occur as a result of the airways becoming blocked. Apnoea is defined by episodes that last 10 seconds or longer.

In addition to loud, heavy breathing, sleep apnoea may also cause gasping for breath and repeated snorting.

How we can help

In milder cases of sleep apnoea, we may be able to help restore peace and quiet to your bedroom by providing custom-designed devices that help to keep the airways open while you sleep. We fit the device to ensure that it is comfortable and then schedule follow-up appointments to see how you’re getting on.

We can also offer advice about lifestyle changes that may help to prevent snoring and sleep apnoea, such as giving up smoking, losing weight by adopting a healthy eating and exercise plan and changing your sleeping position.

In more severe cases, it may be necessary to employ more intensive treatment, such as wearing a breathing mask at night and you will be advised to seek medical advice from your GP.

If you would like advice about snoring or sleep apnoea or you’re worried about disrupted sleep patterns, call us today and arrange a consultation.

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The Dangers Lurking Behind Sleep Apnoea

Saturday, July 25th, 2015

4443553_blogMany people snore without really thinking about it, but if you snore on a regular basis, gasp for breath or regularly wake feeling like you’ve had a restless night, this could be a sign of sleep apnoea. Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that causes interrupted breathing. It can potentially be very serious and should therefore be carefully managed. If you suffer with sleepless nights, we are here to help – call today to book an appointment.

What exactly is sleep apnoea?

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that occurs when the airway becomes obstructed for longer than 10 seconds. This results in interrupted breathing, shortness of breath and gasping for air while you sleep. Loud snoring is often a common symptom.

Sleep apnoea can range from mild to severe. In the most serious cases, it can even be fatal.

What causes sleep apnoea?

The main risk factors for sleep apnoea include:

  • being overweight
  • having a large neck circumference
  • family history
  • smoking
  • drinking alcohol

Treating sleep apnoea

There are various treatment options when it comes to sleep apnoea, including lifestyle changes such as losing weight, doing more exercise, giving up smoking and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, especially at night. In more severe cases, additional treatment may be required and this can involve taking medication and using a breathing mask to ensure constant air flow while you sleep. This form of treatment is known as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). At City Dental, we also recommend the use of custom-made mandibular advancement devices, which are suited to those with mild or moderate symptoms. These devices hold the jaw in a forward position, keeping the airway open and facilitating oxygen flow.

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What Are the Risks of Sleep Apnoea

Thursday, July 16th, 2015

4443553_blogAt City Dental Leeds, we don’t just look after teeth and gums, we also provide treatment for sleep disorders such as snoring and sleep apnoea. If you’re struggling with sleep, we can help.

What is sleep apnoea and what risks does it pose?

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that affects breathing. It can be very serious and even life-threatening in severe cases. Apnoea is classed as interrupted breathing for 10 second periods and it is caused by the airway becoming obstructed. This obstruction reduces airflow and decreases the amount of oxygen travelling around the body.

The most common signs of sleep apnoea are gasping for breath, heavy breathing, loud snoring and struggling to breathe while you sleep. It is also very common to wake during the night and to wake up in the morning feeling like you’ve not slept well. Many people suffer from daytime tiredness and a loss of concentration as a result of disturbed sleep patterns at night.

Possible complications of sleep apnoea include:

  • high blood pressure
  • increased risk of accidents (caused by slow reactions, tiredness and reduced cognitive function associated with lack of sleep)
  • diabetes

What causes sleep apnoea and what can be done to help?

The most common risk factors for sleep apnoea include:

  • being overweight
  • having extra fat around the neck
  • drinking alcohol
  • smoking
  • family history
  • taking sedatives or sleeping tablets

Often, making positive lifestyle choices such as doing more exercise, eating a healthy diet, giving up smoking, losing weight and cutting out alcohol in the evenings can help to reduce symptoms. However, in some cases additional treatment may be recommended. In severe cases, a form of treatment known as CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) is recommended. This involves wearing a mask that helps you to breathe during the night. In milder cases, we can provide a mandibular advancement appliance, which is a custom-made device that moves the lower jaw forward slightly to increase airflow. By adjusting the position of the jaw, the airway remains open while you sleep.

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How to Identify the Symptoms of Sleep Apnoea

Friday, May 8th, 2015

4443553_blogIf you struggle with breathing difficulties while you sleep, you may have sleep apnoea. This sleep disorder can prevent you and those around from enjoying a good night’s sleep, but help is at hand. Here are some tips to help you recognise the signs and symptoms of sleep apnoea and some treatment options you may wish to consider:

Spotting the signs of sleep apnoea

Sleep apnoea is a disorder that affects your ability to breathe normally when you sleep. It is causes you to become short of breath and results from the airway becoming obstructed. The airway becomes blocked because the muscles in the throat relax. Apnoea is diagnosed when the airway is blocked for 10 seconds or longer.

Sometimes, the symptoms of sleep apnoea are difficult to notice and in many cases they may be spotted by your partner. The most common signs of sleep apnoea include:

  • gasping for breath
  • snoring (often loudly)
  • breathing very heavily
  • interrupted breathing

You may also find that you wake up regularly during the night and you feel tired in the daytime. It’s common for those with sleep apnoea to suffer from tiredness during the day and to wake up feeling like they haven’t had a good night’s sleep. Sleep apnoea may also contribute to a heightened risk of complications including depression, loss of libido, loss of memory and difficulty with concentration.

In severe cases, sleep apnoea can be fatal and it requires treatment. If you think you may have sleep apnoea, you should arrange to see your GP or your dentist.

Treating sleep apnoea

In minor cases of sleep apnoea, you can often reduce or even eliminate symptoms by making lifestyle changes. The main risk factors for sleep apnoea are drinking alcohol, smoking and being overweight. Losing weight by adopting a healthy diet and exercising, avoid alcohol in the evenings and quitting smoking can all make a massive difference to overall health, a swell as sleep apnoea symptoms. We can also provide mandibular advancement devices, which are appliances that keep the airway open by moving the lower jaw forward slightly.

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Sleep Without Apnoea with Our Amazing Treatments

Friday, March 13th, 2015

4443553_blogStruggling to sleep can really take its toll. If you’re having a tough time because of sleep apnoea, we can help.

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that causes breathing to be disrupted as a result of the airway becoming blocked. Apnoea is used to describe episodes of interrupted breathing that last 10 seconds or longer.

What causes sleep apnoea?

There are various different risk factors for sleep apnoea and in most cases, the disorder affects people who are overweight, smokers and those who drink alcohol, especially late at night. Taking some forms of medication can also contribute to breathing problems during sleep.  This condition is most common among men aged between 30 and 60 years old.

Sleep apnoea occurs when the muscles in the throat relax to such an extent that the airway becomes obstructed. In some cases, it can be very serious and potentially life-threatening. In this instance, breathing apparatus is usually recommended to facilitate breathing while you are asleep.

How we can help

Often, the first step in sleep apnoea treatment is to identify possible lifestyle changes that could reduce symptoms. These changes might include giving up smoking, doing regular exercise and eating well to lose weight and avoiding drinking during the evenings.

We can provide advice and information to help you achieve these positive lifestyle changes and we can also offer custom-made treatments in the form of appliances designed to improve breathing patterns while you are asleep. One device that has proven very effective is a mandibular advancement device, which is used to increase air flow and prevent obstruction. This device works by adjusting the position of the lower jaw. It moves it forward slightly to make it easier to breathe.

If you have sleep apnoea and you’re desperate for a good night’ sleep, call us today. Our treatments help to tackle symptoms, give you peace of mind and put a stop to sleepless nights.

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Saying So-Long to Sleep Apnoea

Saturday, February 28th, 2015

4443553_blogIf snoring or sleep apnoea are making life tough, we can help.

What is sleep apnoea?

Sleep apnoea is a condition that affects breathing when you sleep. It causes the airway to become blocked as a result of the muscles in the throat relaxing, narrowing the airway. Apnoea is a term relating to obstructed breathing periods of 10 seconds or longer, which are caused by the airway being completely blocked.

Sleep apnoea affects people in different ways, but in severe cases it can be life-threatening. If you struggle to breathe during the night and this poses a risk to your health, you may be advised to wear a mask during the night to ensure that your body gets the oxygen it needs.

How can we help?

In more minor cases of sleep apnoea, it may be possible to reduce symptoms and improve breathing by making lifestyle changes or using devices that facilitate air flow when you sleep.

Most cases of sleep apnoea are related to body weight. Being overweight increases your risk of developing sleep apnoea because excess fat in the neck increases pressure on the muscles in the throat and excess fat around the waist makes breathing more difficult. Smoking, drinking alcohol and taking some types of medication can also be risk factors. In some cases, making changes to your diet and exercise, giving up smoking, avoiding heavy drinking and avoiding drinking during the evening can improve symptoms. We are able to offer advice and information about making these changes and will be happy to help.

We can also provide devices that adjust the position of the jaw while you sleep and help to increase air flow. Mandibular advancement appliances move the lower jaw forward slightly to prevent blockage and increase the amount of oxygen reaching the lungs.

If you’re struggling to sleep, don’t suffer in silence. Call now to book an appointment.

 

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Dreaming of death: Sleep Apnea in Central Leeds

Saturday, February 23rd, 2013

There are some conditions in your mouth that are very obvious, come with instantly recognisable symptoms and hence, are easy to treat. Then there are some which are not so obvious and if left to carry on operating, will kill you in the end. One such killer is sleep apnea and the reason this is so difficult to identify at first is because it operates whilst you sleep. The people most likely to suffer from this in central Leeds are those whose have breathing problems; obese people for example, those who drink and smoke heavily, or people who have suffered from a heart condition or have had damage to their nervous system at some point in their lives. You see, when you go to sleep at night, you are at the mercy of your brain, heart and lungs and these three will work together to ensure you are taking enough air in to keep your system up and running. The brain sends signals through the nervous system for you to breathe and take air into your lungs. This oxygen is then pumped through your body, via your bloodstream, by your heart so that the cycle can start again. Block anyone of these however and the system starts to panic: each part of the cycle has to work harder and it places immense stress on your heart to keep going, which it won’t if it doesn’t have a regular supply of oxygen getting to it. This is sleep apnea and it can actually stop you breathing for up to 30 seconds at a time, causing incredible damage throughout. The only signs of it are tremendous fatigue throughout the day, and this breathing problem will also manifest itself in the way you breathe daily as well. You should ask your doctor for advice on sleep apnea if you feel that you may be at risk from it.

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