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Men and Snoring
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 04/29/2011 - 08:20
Snoring is noisy breathing that occurs during sleep. Women may snore too, but men snore more than women: four out of every ten men snore compared to roughly three out of ten women. At any given time, around 25 per cent of people are habitual snorers. Snoring has many potential causes, including obesity, anatomical variations,…
Obesity and Sleep Apnea
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 04/22/2011 - 08:46
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by recurrent episodes of upper airway collapse and obstruction during sleep. These episodes of obstruction are associated with recurrent oxyhemoglobin desaturations and arousals from sleep. OSA associated with excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is commonly called obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS). Despite being a common disease, most primary care physicians…
CPAP Intolerance West Orange, New Jersey
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 04/15/2011 - 11:58
CPAP intolerance is a common occurrence patients experience while trying to treat their obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Often patients complain the CPAP mask makes them feel claustrophobic, cause’s soreness around nose and mouth due to mask position, runny nose and even headaches. Patients, who find themselves CPAP intolerant, should be made aware of the CPAP…
Stop Snoring, Reduce Snoring – Livingston, New Jersey
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 04/06/2011 - 06:35
Studies conclude men snore twice as much as women do and that this is partly due to the fact that women have more estrogen than men. Estrogen stimulates breathing and reduces the action of snoring. Other reasons include the lifestyle differences between sexes, men tend to: Sleep on their backs Consume larger quantities of alcohol…
Oral Appliance Therapy Treats Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 03/29/2011 - 11:28
Oral Appliance Therapy is quite successful for treating snoring, mild and moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and CPAP intolerance and is backed by major academic groups and governmental organizations. FDA shows oral appliances to be 78.9 percent effective for treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea and CPAP intolerance. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has designated…
Using Dental Appliance or Dental Devices to Stop Snoring, West Orange New Jersey
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 03/24/2011 - 06:55
Snoring is often a sign of partial upper airway obstruction during sleep. Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) are caused by abnormal airway blockage at the base of tongue and soft palate and can alter breathing. Dental appliances or dental devices can prevent snoring and OSA by modifying the position of the upper airway anatomy…
When to See a Sleep Apnea Doctor-West Orange, New Jersey
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Tue 03/15/2011 - 09:27
Snoring is not only annoying but may be a sign of something more serious such as Sleep Apnea. However, not all sufferers of Sleep Apnea actually snore. You should seek professional medical help for you or a loved one if any of the following signs of sleep apnea is occurring: Pauses in breathing during sleep…
Sleepiness Associated With Sleep Apnea Is Dangerous
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 03/07/2011 - 10:24
Sleepiness caused by Sleep Apnea (commonly misspelled Sleep Apnoea) and/or heavy snoring can threaten the health and life of both you and others. A recent study by the National Institutes of Health showed that severe sleep apnea increased the risk of death in middle-aged adults by a 46%. Additionally, chronic obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has…
Are You Sleeping Well?
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 02/24/2011 - 15:09
Everyone is affected by sleep. When we do not get enough we put ourselves at a greater risk of a multitude of issues including weight gain, stroke, heart attack, high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, even car accidents and work related accidents can be linked to troubled sleep and sleep deprivation. In children, the lack of…
Treat Snoring in West Orange, New Jersey
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 02/14/2011 - 12:16
Between 30 and 40% of the population snore and is more common in men. As we age, snoring loudness and frequency tend to increase. Snoring is easily exacerbated by weight gain, drinking alcohol and smoking, taking sleeping pills, and sleeping on the back. Snoring is quite common, it is also very disruptive a can be…
