Shan Gong, DMD, MS

Unexplained fatigue, loud snoring, dry mouth, and morning headaches are all classic signs of sleep apnea. These symptoms should be taken very seriously, especially among those who fit any of these characteristics:MaleOverweight or obeseOlder in ageLiving with a preexisting medical conditionKnown to have a family history of sleep apneaWhen left untreated, sleep apnea can lead…

If you wake up feeling sleepy, it might be tempting to write it off as just another night, but if it becomes a regular problem, then it may be time to consider sleep apnea as a possible cause of this excessive tiredness. This sleep disorder occurs when breathing starts and stops throughout the night. It…