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Sleep Apnea: What are some signs?

October 25, 2018 By drnadiaafzal

Over the past few posts, we’ve gone over some different signs of sleep apnea in toddlers, kids, and adults.

Some of those signs include:

  • Snoring
  • Waking up a lot at night
  • Tiredness during the day
  • Restless legs at night
  • Acid reflux
  • Jaw, neck, and/or shoulder pain
  • Mouth breathing
  • Crowded teeth
  • Tongue tie
  • GRINDING!!!

I see patients of all ages that show signs of grinding on teeth. In kids and people in their 20’s, it often looks as if the edges are slightly flattened- but nothing significant to the eyes of most people. But if left untreated- you see severe damage to the teeth over the years, as pictured in the stone model of a real patient.

Why does this happen?

When our body does not get enough air, it goes through a 911 response by trying to open up its airway – and it does this by grinding the teeth, because it its trying to reposition the airway!

Often times, when teeth are worn, people are treated with a mouthguard/splint to protect the teeth. BUT, by only “protecting” the teeth, we are just putting a short-term bandaid on the problem, and not treating the underlying problem- which very well could be an airway issue.

Educate yourselves please, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Find a provider who knows how to look at underlying causes and not treat just the effects of a possible condition.

Take a look at your teeth.

  • Do you know if you grind?
  • Do you have edges that are chipped or worn?
  • Are your teeth constantly breaking?

If so, then it’s definitely time to find a health care provider who can help you determine the cause.

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