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Sleep Apnea & Children

Published: January 13, 2023Helping children catch a good night’s sleep: Understanding and managing sleep apnea Pediatric Sleep Apnea, although uncommon, can still be a troubling condition. There are stark differences between Adult Sleep Apnea and PSA. There are differences in causes and effects. Where adults may be a bit irritable and tired during the day, children may develop behavioral and learning difficulties at school, among many other difficulties.  Causes of Sleep Apnea in Children Although the most common cause of sleep apnea in adults is excess weight, this is rarely the cause for children. While obesity can be a factor,

Sleep Apnea & Depression

Published: December 16, 2022Sleep Apnea & Depression Keep An Eye on Your Mental Health Sleep apnea can wreak havoc on your life — it causes both physical and mental health issues. At our Encino sleep dentist’s office, we want to make sure your treatment goes seamlessly. But that isn’t always possible. Lack of sleep can be a dangerous thing, and if you aren’t paying attention, serious mental health conditions can sneak up on you.  Effects of Sleep Apnea on the Body Sleep Apnea occurs when your body stops breathing periodically while you sleep. When you stop breathing, blood oxygen levels

Sleep Apnea and High Blood Pressure: Risks and Complications

Published: November 17, 2022Sleep Apnea and High Blood Pressure: Risks and Complications If you suffer from sleep apnea, there’s a very good chance you may also have high blood pressure (hypertension). Sleep apnea prevents your body from breathing properly while sleeping. When this happens, your body and brain cannot get enough oxygen to function correctly. Your heart begins to work harder to get oxygen, causing hypertension. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has always been closely associated with high blood pressure. That’s why treating sleep apnea can be the first step to lowering hypertension. Sleep apnea treatments vary from using a CPAP

5 Common Causes of Sleep Apnea

Published: October 13, 20225 Common Causes of Sleep Apnea When dealing with sleep apnea, patients sometimes feel desperate to uncover the root cause of their sleep disorder. Sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure, lack of sleep, irritability and so many other health concerns that finding the cause can feel like an immediate need. There are many causes of sleep apnea, and it may take some time to determine the root cause. At The Encino Center for Sleep & TMJ Disorders, we’ve compiled a list of five of the most common causes of sleep apnea. This list is non-exhaustive— if

3 Tips for Traveling With Sleep Apnea

Published: September 8, 2022Travel Worry Free When the quality of your sleep and your health depends on a piece of medical equipment, planning a trip can seem like a daunting task. If you are taking a vacation, rest and relaxation are at the top of the to-do list. With sleep apnea, the key to getting some R&R is bringing your CPAP machine with you on your trip. It can be intimidating to think about bringing your medical machine with you on a trip or a plane. Thankfully, Encino Center for Sleep & TMJ Disorders has put together the top 3

Can Sleep Apnea Cause Anxiety?

Sleep apnea is a dangerous condition that can wreak havoc on almost every aspect of your life. When you consistently fail to reach deep levels of sleep, your body doesn’t have a chance to fully repair itself. ou’ll end up feeling exhausted with a number of serious health consequences just around the corner.

Is Sleep Apnea Genetic?

Sleep apnea is caused by a variety of factors--some of these are environmental factors that we can control, while others are handed down at birth. Genetic predispositions are inherited and interact to form characteristics that makeup obstructive sleep apnea, also called OSA.