You might read a lot about sleep apnea and think that it may be happening to you. However, you may have trouble determining whether the symptoms that you read about are actually the result of a sleep disorder or if, perhaps, they should be attributed to something else. We know, of course, that if you’re experiencing associated episodes, you probably don’t remember them. Fortunately, for individuals with a partner, all it takes is asking a few questions of your spouse! Learn more.
How Your Spouse Will Help
When you wake up from a sleep apnea episode, you do so very quickly and then immediately return to sleep. As a result, you probably don’t remember the events. You also probably don’t hear yourself snoring very loudly and excessively, which commonly precedes the event during which your throat tissues collapse. However, guess who does witness these things? Your spouse! If your honey is telling you that you’re making choking noises, snoring an awful lot and very loudly, and it’s going on all night, it’s time to check in with us.
Why You Still Need A Dental Visit
Yes, you still need to come in for a visit. While you may feel like you’ve got the diagnosis you need, that’s not enough. It’s time for a professional diagnosis and sleep apnea treatment. By avoiding treatment, you are putting yourself at risk in two major ways: You’re inviting long-term health problems to come along and you’re causing your partner to lose sleep every single night. Come see us!
Become More Familiar With Sleep Apnea
When you’re uncertain if sleep apnea is causing your sleep disturbances, coming in for a checkup is a good start. Visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
