Sleep apnea is a common sleep condition in children and adults, and it can be dangerous. If you are suffering from sleep apnea, know Dr. Paul Covell provides different treatment options. What Causes Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea happens when your throat muscles relax while you sleep, forcing your airways to become blocked. There are many causes […]
Approximately 22 million Americans are impacted by sleep apnea, a condition that can cause patients to stop breathing hundreds of times in one night. This keeps the patient from reaching the deep, restorative sleep they need each day and can result in many symptoms related to sleep deprivation, including daytime fatigue, reduced memory and concentration, […]
Dr. Paul Covell meets with patients on a regular basis who may be dealing with coexisting conditions impacting their oral or overall health. When patients are struggling with daytime fatigue, even when they are sleeping through the night, they may not understand that they could be dealing with a condition impacting their rest called obstructive […]
Studies calculate that 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea and that 80% of those cases are left undiagnosed. Obstructive and central sleep apnea are sleep disorders. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatments available to address these potentially serious sleep problems. Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of sleep […]
