{"id":146,"date":"2017-12-10T15:35:03","date_gmt":"2017-12-10T15:35:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.princealbertdental.com\/blog\/?p=146"},"modified":"2018-01-22T15:35:22","modified_gmt":"2018-01-22T15:35:22","slug":"sleep-apnea-treatment-of-prince-albert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.princealbertdental.com\/blog\/2017\/12\/10\/sleep-apnea-treatment-of-prince-albert\/","title":{"rendered":"Safe and Peaceful Rest with Sleep Apnea Treatment of Prince Albert"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"womanAre you or a spouse-partner suffering from obstructed breathing while sleeping? If so, this is a serious problem that can\u2019t be overlooked. Your local dentist says there\u2019s a chance that you may need sleep apnea treatment of Prince Albert. Learn more about how this option can help you breathe<\/a> better and get a more restful and safer night\u2019s sleep.<\/p>\n

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What is Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n

Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder where your regular breathing is obstructed during sleep. A common trait among this group is snoring, but not all snorers suffer from sleep apnea.<\/p>\n

If untreated, this condition could mushroom into more serious problems like daytime drowsiness, difficulty concentrating and moodiness. In severe cases, sleep apnea can also lead to high blood pressure, heart trouble and premature death.<\/p>\n

A Possible Cause for Sleep Apnea<\/h2>\n

Recent studies also show that oversized tonsils and tongue indentations (ripples that appear on the lateral edges of the tongue) play a significant role in obstructing breathing. The result is that the soft tissue at the back of the throat collapses while you sleep.<\/p>\n

A Remedy<\/h2>\n

One way to combat sleep apnea that is associated with large tongue and tonsils is to use a custom-made appliance. They hold the jaw forward just enough to keep the airway open, and prevent the tongue and muscles in the upper airway from collapsing and blocking airflow.<\/p>\n

Advantages of Oral Appliances<\/h2>\n

There are several advantages of wearing oral appliances:<\/p>\n