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Why You Should Bring Up Sleep Apnea at Your Next Dentist Visit
Why You Should Bring Up Sleep Apnea at Your Next Dentist Visit
December 18, 2021
Key Takeaways Your dentist may recognize dental findings and symptoms associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), even if you haven’t been diagnosed. Loud snoring, breathing pauses, teeth grinding, and daytime exhaustion are concerns worth discussing during your dental appointment. For some patients with diagnosed OSA, custom oral appliance therapy may provide an alternative when CPAP …