Airway And Sleep
Most people think a dentist only examines a patient’s teeth but did you know many also evaluate your sleep habits too? Health studies have proven that your sleep quality affects not only your physical health but your psychological state of mind as well. Getting enough sleep each night allows the body to heal, process information taken in during the day, and helps with other critical cognitive functions like memory and its ability to learn and retain information. Sleep also regulates the hormones, appetite, and weight.
Snoring and sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea, are evaluated by Dr. Gallegos and with the help of a sleep physician, diagnosed and treated restoring your sleep to its full, therapeutic value.
Do you wake up with a headache or reach for that sugary pick-me-up by 10:00 a.m.? A sleep disorder may be to blame! An airway screening performed by Dr. Gallegos is quick and painless and might help you get the treatment you need to get a restful night’s sleep.
Learn more about airway screenings >Obstructive sleep apnea is a breathing disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep due to a blockage in the airway. Diagnosed with an overnight sleep study, OSA can be treated before it causes permanent harm to your health.
Learn more about obstructive sleep apnea >More than just an annoyance to your loved ones, snoring can be a sign of more severe health problems.
Learn more about snoring >Proper development of the nasal airway is dependent on good nasal breathing that can be compromised by many factors. Snoring in a child is not normal and should be evaluated by a pediatric sleep physician for possible problems.
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