General Archives - Bogrow & Sherbel https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/category/general/ Wed, 13 Jan 2021 20:22:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/cropped-android-chrome-192x192-1-32x32.png General Archives - Bogrow & Sherbel https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/category/general/ 32 32 Learn More About the Link Between Sleep Apnea and ADHD https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/learn-more-about-the-link-between-sleep-apnea-and-adhd/ Tue, 15 Sep 2020 20:18:31 +0000 https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=7454 Some of the latest research indicates that about 50 to 75% of those with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) also suffer from sleep apnea. It’s important to talk to a professional sleep specialist who can rightly diagnose your condition. This is the only way to get the treatment you need. The best way to avoid a misdiagnosis is to undergo a sleep study. Without a proper diagnosis, it’s possible to try treating ADHD symptoms that are actually caused by sleep apnea, especially since the symptoms are so similar. Dr. Bogrow can make a professional assessment so that proper treatment can be given so the symptoms you are experiencing can be reduced. Symptoms of Sleep Apnea and ADHD Some of the most common symptoms of ADHD include: · Forgetfulness · Impulsivity ·  Inability to focus ·  Irritability ·  Easily distracted ·  Disorganization The thing is, these symptoms are very similar to those caused by sleep apnea including the lack of focus, irritability, and feeling like you have no energy. Since these symptoms overlap, misdiagnoses are common. Dr. Bogrow recommends a sleep study if you or a loved one experience a few ADHD symptoms. Sometimes patients suffer from both ADHD and sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can aggravate the symptoms of ADHD. When you suffer from ADHD, a lack of sleep can cause more anxiety in particular. Children and adults who don’t get good sleep will react differently. A child who doesn’t get adequate sleep will become hyper in most cases. Adults, however, become fatigued. Why a sleep study? Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles at the back of the throat collapse and block the airway. When you stop breathing, sleep is disrupted. Every time an apnea occurs, you stop breathing, and your body sacrifices energy. Even if you sleep eight hours each night, if you are having apnea episodes during the night you can feel tired and find it difficult to concentrate throughout the day. If you or your loved one suffers from sleep apnea, ADHD medications will not help alleviate symptoms effectively. A Michigan Sleep Apnea Center sleep specialist can test for and diagnose sleep apnea. Once you receive the proper diagnosis and treatment, symptoms should lessen. What happens if Dr. Bogrow finds I am suffering from sleep apnea? If Dr. Bogrow diagnoses you with obstructive sleep apnea, he will prescribe appropriate sleep apnea treatment. You may benefit from using a CPAP device that provides continuous pressure in the airway to keep it open while you sleep. This will keep your breathing from stopping while you are sleeping. Or, you may be prescribed an oral appliance that fits in your mouth similar to a mouthguard. It will reposition your lower jaw forward so your airway remains open during sleep. You can start by taking this free sleep apnea assessment on the Michigan Sleep Apnea Center website. The results let Dr. Bogrow know if you will benefit from a sleep test to determine if you have sleep apnea or another sleep disorder. Once you are tested and have a diagnosis, then Dr. Bogrow will make a treatment plan. If you need an oral appliance, a custom-made device will be made for you. Then you can begin benefiting from getting a good night’s sleep! Contact Michigan Sleep Apnea Center If you or your loved one is experiencing any of the common symptoms of ADHD and/or sleep apnea, please contact us with your questions. We will be happy to schedule you for an exam with Dr. Bogrow and help you get on the road to better sleep.

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]]> Some of the latest research indicates that about 50 to 75% of those with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) also suffer from sleep apnea. It’s important to talk to a professional sleep specialist who can rightly diagnose your condition. This is the only way to get the treatment you need. The best way to avoid a misdiagnosis is to undergo a sleep study. Without a proper diagnosis, it’s possible to try treating ADHD symptoms that are actually caused by sleep apnea, especially since the symptoms are so similar. Dr. Bogrow can make a professional assessment so that proper treatment can be given so the symptoms you are experiencing can be reduced.

Symptoms of Sleep Apnea and ADHD

Some of the most common symptoms of ADHD include:

· Forgetfulness

· Impulsivity

·  Inability to focus

·  Irritability

·  Easily distracted

·  Disorganization

The thing is, these symptoms are very similar to those caused by sleep apnea including the lack of focus, irritability, and feeling like you have no energy. Since these symptoms overlap, misdiagnoses are common. Dr. Bogrow recommends a sleep study if you or a loved one experience a few ADHD symptoms.

Sometimes patients suffer from both ADHD and sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can aggravate the symptoms of ADHD. When you suffer from ADHD, a lack of sleep can cause more anxiety in particular. Children and adults who don’t get good sleep will react differently. A child who doesn’t get adequate sleep will become hyper in most cases. Adults, however, become fatigued.

Why a sleep study?

Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles at the back of the throat collapse and block the airway. When you stop breathing, sleep is disrupted. Every time an apnea occurs, you stop breathing, and your body sacrifices energy. Even if you sleep eight hours each night, if you are having apnea episodes during the night you can feel tired and find it difficult to concentrate throughout the day. If you or your loved one suffers from sleep apnea, ADHD medications will not help alleviate symptoms effectively. A Michigan Sleep Apnea Center sleep specialist can test for and diagnose sleep apnea. Once you receive the proper diagnosis and treatment, symptoms should lessen.

What happens if Dr. Bogrow finds I am suffering from sleep apnea?

If Dr. Bogrow diagnoses you with obstructive sleep apnea, he will prescribe appropriate sleep apnea treatment. You may benefit from using a CPAP device that provides continuous pressure in the airway to keep it open while you sleep. This will keep your breathing from stopping while you are sleeping. Or, you may be prescribed an oral appliance that fits in your mouth similar to a mouthguard. It will reposition your lower jaw forward so your airway remains open during sleep.

You can start by taking this free sleep apnea assessment on the Michigan Sleep Apnea Center website. The results let Dr. Bogrow know if you will benefit from a sleep test to determine if you have sleep apnea or another sleep disorder. Once you are tested and have a diagnosis, then Dr. Bogrow will make a treatment plan. If you need an oral appliance, a custom-made device will be made for you. Then you can begin benefiting from getting a good night’s sleep!

Contact Michigan Sleep Apnea Center

If you or your loved one is experiencing any of the common symptoms of ADHD and/or sleep apnea, please contact us with your questions. We will be happy to schedule you for an exam with Dr. Bogrow and help you get on the road to better sleep.

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]]> Children and a Sleep-Disordered Breathing Diagnosis https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/children-and-a-sleep-disordered-breathing-diagnosis/ Fri, 15 Nov 2019 04:55:33 +0000 https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=6531 Even though up to 15 percent of children have some form of sleep-disordered breathing, 90 percent of them go undiagnosed. Many of the symptoms of SDB such as restless sleep, excessive sleepiness, migraines, and irritability are attributed to ADHD or other behavioral or psychological issues. Many times, sleep-disordered breathing is not diagnosed because health professionals are focused on other issues. However, until the real problem is identified, a child living with SDB cannot be properly treated.  Symptoms of SDB Parents are likely to be the first to raise concerns about some of the symptoms they see. Children have similar symptoms to adults like snoring and teeth grinding, and those mentioned above. Oftentimes, they sit in the waiting area of a psychologist or behavioral medicine specialist when they just need the help of a dental sleep specialist. Receiving a Proper Diagnosis Since sleep apnea and many related sleep disorders are rooted in dysfunctional craniofacial development, dentists are often able to screen for them so young patients can be properly diagnosed. The first line of treatment for a child with SDB is usually to remove the tonsils and adenoids, but issues could persist beyond this initial procedure. If this is the case, a dentist can refer a pediatric patient to Dr. Earl Bogrow. He and his staff at Dental Sleep Solutions can provide effective treatment options. The proper Southfield, MI sleep apnea treatments are often very effective if the underlying issue is caught early enough. Dental Referrals Once a dentist suspects a child may be suffering from sleep-disordered breathing, a referral should be made to a dental sleep specialist so a proper diagnosis can be made. If you are a dental professional and are unsure about any of your pediatric patients, contact us for more information.

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]]> Even though up to 15 percent of children have some form of sleep-disordered breathing, 90 percent of them go undiagnosed. Many of the symptoms of SDB such as restless sleep, excessive sleepiness, migraines, and irritability are attributed to ADHD or other behavioral or psychological issues. Many times, sleep-disordered breathing is not diagnosed because health professionals are focused on other issues. However, until the real problem is identified, a child living with SDB cannot be properly treated. 

Symptoms of SDB

Parents are likely to be the first to raise concerns about some of the symptoms they see. Children have similar symptoms to adults like snoring and teeth grinding, and those mentioned above. Oftentimes, they sit in the waiting area of a psychologist or behavioral medicine specialist when they just need the help of a dental sleep specialist.

Receiving a Proper Diagnosis

Since sleep apnea and many related sleep disorders are rooted in dysfunctional craniofacial development, dentists are often able to screen for them so young patients can be properly diagnosed. The first line of treatment for a child with SDB is usually to remove the tonsils and adenoids, but issues could persist beyond this initial procedure. If this is the case, a dentist can refer a pediatric patient to Dr. Earl Bogrow. He and his staff at Dental Sleep Solutions can provide effective treatment options. The proper Southfield, MI sleep apnea treatments are often very effective if the underlying issue is caught early enough.

Dental Referrals

Once a dentist suspects a child may be suffering from sleep-disordered breathing, a referral should be made to a dental sleep specialist so a proper diagnosis can be made. If you are a dental professional and are unsure about any of your pediatric patients, contact us for more information.

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]]> How Much Sleep Do You Really Need? https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/much-sleep-really-need/ Thu, 24 May 2018 19:15:10 +0000 http://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=515 Quality sleep is vital to your long-term health. At Bogrow & Associates we want you to wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day. While the exact amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, everyone needs sufficient sleep to stay happy and healthy. Age is a major factor that can affect the amount of sleep you need. Let’s explore how age impacts sleep and how many people are actually getting enough sleep. Age Different age groups have different sleep requirements. While some may need more than others, it doesn’t change the fact that every person young or old needs to get enough to live life to the fullest. Infants and Children Babies and small children need the most sleep out of everyone. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, infants aged between four and twelve months old need as much as 16 hours of sleep every day, and by the age of three to five years, they still need at least 10-13 hours of sleep. Teens For people aged 13-18, the National Sleep Foundation recommends between eight to ten hours of sleep a night. Unsurprisingly, according to the CDC, a majority of this group is not getting enough sleep. Adults While adults need less sleep than teens, they still need at least seven hours every night. According to the CDC, adults aged 18-60 need at least seven hours of sleep, adults aged 61-64 need seven to nine hours, and adults 65 and older need seven to eight hours. Do Most Americans Get Enough Sleep? While we know how much sleep people should be getting, how much sleep do they actually get? Gallup has been tracking how much sleep Americans have been getting since 1942. Here’s what they found. Americans Used to Sleep More The amount of sleep Americans are getting has been on the decline since it was first measured in the 40’s. In 1942, Americans reported an average of 7.9 hours of sleep a night. The most current poll in 2013 indicates an average of 6.8 hours of sleep a night. Even more shocking is the fact that polls indicate that 40 percent of Americans are now sleeping six hours or less a night. That is an increase of 29 percent of the number of short sleepers since 1942. In 1942, 84 percent of Americans got the recommended amount of sleep every night. That number has declined to 59% since it was last polled in 2013. Older Americans Get More Sleep As Americans get older, they tend to get more sleep. A large portion of young adults doesn’t get enough sleep, with 46 percent of those aged 18-29 getting six or fewer hours of sleep a night. This is in stark contrast to the 67 percent of Americans aged 65 and up that do get the recommended amount of sleep. Sleep Apnea and Sleep Quality Even if you are getting eight or more hours of sleep every night, a sleep disorder like obstructive sleep apnea prevents it from being the quality, restorative sleep you deserve. We need sleep in order to maintain healthy mood regulation, a proper appetite, and a strong immune system. We want you to live life on your own terms and to do that you need quality sleep. Therefore, treating sleep apnea at its onset is vital for your overall health. Schedule a Visit with Dr. Bogrow If you have sleep apnea and are having a hard time wearing your CPAP mask, you are not alone. At Bogrow & Associates, we have comfortable and effective oral appliances that can help you get the sleep you so desperately need. Whether you need a CPAP alternative or a solution to fix a snoring problem, Dr. Bogrow will work with you to find the solution that is tailored to meet your needs. Schedule your consultation at our office in Southfield today.

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]]> Quality sleep is vital to your long-term health. At Bogrow & Associates we want you to wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day. While the exact amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, everyone needs sufficient sleep to stay happy and healthy.
Age is a major factor that can affect the amount of sleep you need. Let’s explore how age impacts sleep and how many people are actually getting enough sleep.

Age

Different age groups have different sleep requirements. While some may need more than others, it doesn’t change the fact that every person young or old needs to get enough to live life to the fullest.

Infants and Children

Babies and small children need the most sleep out of everyone. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, infants aged between four and twelve months old need as much as 16 hours of sleep every day, and by the age of three to five years, they still need at least 10-13 hours of sleep.

Teens

For people aged 13-18, the National Sleep Foundation recommends between eight to ten hours of sleep a night. Unsurprisingly, according to the CDC, a majority of this group is not getting enough sleep.

Adults

While adults need less sleep than teens, they still need at least seven hours every night. According to the CDC, adults aged 18-60 need at least seven hours of sleep, adults aged 61-64 need seven to nine hours, and adults 65 and older need seven to eight hours.

Do Most Americans Get Enough Sleep?

While we know how much sleep people should be getting, how much sleep do they actually get? Gallup has been tracking how much sleep Americans have been getting since 1942. Here’s what they found.

Americans Used to Sleep More

The amount of sleep Americans are getting has been on the decline since it was first measured in the 40’s. In 1942, Americans reported an average of 7.9 hours of sleep a night. The most current poll in 2013 indicates an average of 6.8 hours of sleep a night.
Even more shocking is the fact that polls indicate that 40 percent of Americans are now sleeping six hours or less a night. That is an increase of 29 percent of the number of short sleepers since 1942. In 1942, 84 percent of Americans got the recommended amount of sleep every night. That number has declined to 59% since it was last polled in 2013.

Older Americans Get More Sleep

As Americans get older, they tend to get more sleep. A large portion of young adults doesn’t get enough sleep, with 46 percent of those aged 18-29 getting six or fewer hours of sleep a night. This is in stark contrast to the 67 percent of Americans aged 65 and up that do get the recommended amount of sleep.

Sleep Apnea and Sleep Quality

Even if you are getting eight or more hours of sleep every night, a sleep disorder like obstructive sleep apnea prevents it from being the quality, restorative sleep you deserve. We need sleep in order to maintain healthy mood regulation, a proper appetite, and a strong immune system. We want you to live life on your own terms and to do that you need quality sleep. Therefore, treating sleep apnea at its onset is vital for your overall health.

Schedule a Visit with Dr. Bogrow

If you have sleep apnea and are having a hard time wearing your CPAP mask, you are not alone. At Bogrow & Associates, we have comfortable and effective oral appliances that can help you get the sleep you so desperately need.
Whether you need a CPAP alternative or a solution to fix a snoring problem, Dr. Bogrow will work with you to find the solution that is tailored to meet your needs. Schedule your consultation at our office in Southfield today.

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]]> Effective Sleep Apnea Mouthpiece Treatments https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/effective-sleep-apnea-mouthpiece-treatments/ https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/effective-sleep-apnea-mouthpiece-treatments/#respond Tue, 31 May 2016 17:48:35 +0000 http://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=431 Why Patients Are Using Oral Appliances Over CPAP Oral appliance therapy is a viable treatment that works to correct nighttime snoring and disruptive sleep disorders, like obstructive sleep apnea. Worn during your night’s sleep, the dental mouthpiece fits similarly as to a sports mouth guard. The mouthpiece keeps your bottom jaw pulled slightly forward to help keep your airway unobstructed and open while you sleep. Patients have been altering to this treatment instead of CPAP because they are much more comfortable and convenient. CPAP may work for many, but others find these machines to be claustrophobic, noisy, and unbearable to wear as they try to sleep. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Bogrow if you’ve tried CPAP and desire to obtain an alternative effective treatment for your snoring and sleep apnea. Discover Relief for Your Snoring & Sleep Seeking treatment for your severe snoring can lead to the discovery of a sleep disorder that you may not be aware of. A sleep study done by your physician is the first step to receiving an official diagnosis and effective treatment. Dr. Bogrow and his fellow associates offer a variety of dental mouthpieces that help alleviate your snoring and sleep apnea symptoms. Improve your sleep and quality of life by learning more about our treatments and see which one will work best for you. Here are the different types of oral appliances we offer at Michigan Sleep Apnea Center: SomnoDent® The SUAD™ Device The Narval™ The EMA The Tap 3 The Benefits of a Sleep Apnea Dental Mouthpiece Oral mouthpieces are silent, easy-to-use, small and convenient to take anywhere you go, and most importantly, comfortable while you sleep. It’s time to throw away your huge, obnoxious CPAP machine and replace it with a more effective alternative. Here at the Michigan Sleep Apnea Center, we will customize your mouthpiece through detailed depictions of your mouth so we can ensure you are receiving personalized treatment that will deliver remarkable results.

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]]> Why Patients Are Using Oral Appliances Over CPAP

Oral appliance therapy is a viable treatment that works to correct nighttime snoring and disruptive sleep disorders, like obstructive sleep apnea. Worn during your night’s sleep, the dental mouthpiece fits similarly as to a sports mouth guard. The mouthpiece keeps your bottom jaw pulled slightly forward to help keep your airway unobstructed and open while you sleep.
Patients have been altering to this treatment instead of CPAP because they are much more comfortable and convenient. CPAP may work for many, but others find these machines to be claustrophobic, noisy, and unbearable to wear as they try to sleep. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Bogrow if you’ve tried CPAP and desire to obtain an alternative effective treatment for your snoring and sleep apnea.

Discover Relief for Your Snoring & Sleep

Seeking treatment for your severe snoring can lead to the discovery of a sleep disorder that you may not be aware of. A sleep study done by your physician is the first step to receiving an official diagnosis and effective treatment. Dr. Bogrow and his fellow associates offer a variety of dental mouthpieces that help alleviate your snoring and sleep apnea symptoms.
Improve your sleep and quality of life by learning more about our treatments and see which one will work best for you. Here are the different types of oral appliances we offer at Michigan Sleep Apnea Center:

  • SomnoDent®
  • The SUAD™ Device
  • The Narval™
  • The EMA
  • The Tap 3

The Benefits of a Sleep Apnea Dental Mouthpiece

Oral mouthpieces are silent, easy-to-use, small and convenient to take anywhere you go, and most importantly, comfortable while you sleep. It’s time to throw away your huge, obnoxious CPAP machine and replace it with a more effective alternative. Here at the Michigan Sleep Apnea Center, we will customize your mouthpiece through detailed depictions of your mouth so we can ensure you are receiving personalized treatment that will deliver remarkable results.

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]]> https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/effective-sleep-apnea-mouthpiece-treatments/feed/ 0 Is Your Snoring a Sign of a Serious Health Problem? [Update] https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/snoring-sign-serious-health-problem/ https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/snoring-sign-serious-health-problem/#respond Fri, 29 Apr 2016 04:22:01 +0000 http://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=422 Snoring is one of the most common sleep problems in the United States. People snore when the soft tissues of the upper airway vibrate as you breathe during sleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, an estimated 90 million adults in the United States snore. There are many factors that can contribute to snoring and this can be a warning sign for serious sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea. We’ve put together a list of some of the top contributors that lead to snoring and ways to reduce its effects. An estimated 50% of those that snore also suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. These tips can help to reduce snoring. That said, they are not a replacement for sleep apnea treatment. If you think you may have obstructive sleep apnea, schedule a visit with Dr. Bogrow to find the treatment that will help you to reclaim your sleep. Sleep Position One major factor that can contribute to snoring is your sleep position. If you tend to sleep on your back, it may be one of the reasons you snore. When you sleep on your back, your tongue can collapse to the back of your throat, interfering with your breathing and causing you to snore. Some may find relief from snoring by sleeping on their side. Others may snore in any position. Heavy snoring, regardless of your sleeping position, is a sign that you should get tested for obstructive sleep apnea. Weight Your weight is another factor that may be contributing to your snoring. Obesity can cause extra tissue to develop around your neck which can then constrict your throat and lead to snoring. Weight loss is definitely part of the answer for treating this kind of snoring. That said, losing weight is easier said than done and those that snore due to being overweight are at a higher risk of also having a sleeping disorder like sleep apnea. While losing extra weight should be the goal in the long term, seeking treatment to treat snoring and sleep apnea should not be put off. Improving sleep quality will not only help you reduce other health risks, it can even help you lose weight. Getting the quality sleep you need will help you to think more clearly and it can improve your metabolism. Smoking Smoking cigarettes or other tobacco products can lead to problems that impede sleep quality. When you smoke, it can cause tissue inflammation in your throat. According to a study performed by Dr. Karl Franklin from the University Hospital in Umeå, Sweden, both smokers and ex-smokers were more likely to suffer from habitual snoring than non-smokers. Additionally, non-smokers were more likely to suffer from habitual snoring if they were exposed to daily smoking from someone else in their home. There is a multitude of health benefits for those that are able to quit smoking. It’s no easy task to quit smoking. That being said, quitting will not only improve your sleep quality, it may even help your housemates snore less as well. Alcohol For many Americans, it’s completely normal to enjoy an alcoholic beverage. A glass of red wine can even have a positive effect on your cardiovascular system. But alcohol can also have many detrimental effects, especially when consumed in excess. Alcohol is classified as a depressant and can work as a muscle relaxer for your throat. When alcohol is consumed before going to bed, your throat can relax more than normal. These relaxed throat muscles constrict the airway and can cause you to snore. This can cause people that would not normally snore to do so and can create a potentially serious health risk for those that already habitually snore. If you suffer from habitual snoring, you may have obstructive sleep apnea. Getting diagnosed and treated can have major positive effects on both your quality of sleep and your quality of life, Your Sleep Apnea Dentist in Southfield At Bogrow and Associates Dental Center for Sleep Apnea and Snoring, we understand the importance of quality sleep. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to major health complications including hypertension and heart disease. Schedule Your Visit Today! If you habitually snore, you may have sleep apnea. Schedule your appointment with Dr. Bogrow today and he will work with you to find the treatment that’s best for your specific needs. Call us today or visit our website to learn how Bogrow and Associates can get you the sleep you deserve.

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]]> Snoring is one of the most common sleep problems in the United States. People snore when the soft tissues of the upper airway vibrate as you breathe during sleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, an estimated 90 million adults in the United States snore.
There are many factors that can contribute to snoring and this can be a warning sign for serious sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea. We’ve put together a list of some of the top contributors that lead to snoring and ways to reduce its effects.
An estimated 50% of those that snore also suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. These tips can help to reduce snoring. That said, they are not a replacement for sleep apnea treatment. If you think you may have obstructive sleep apnea, schedule a visit with Dr. Bogrow to find the treatment that will help you to reclaim your sleep.

Sleep Position

One major factor that can contribute to snoring is your sleep position. If you tend to sleep on your back, it may be one of the reasons you snore. When you sleep on your back, your tongue can collapse to the back of your throat, interfering with your breathing and causing you to snore. Some may find relief from snoring by sleeping on their side. Others may snore in any position.
Heavy snoring, regardless of your sleeping position, is a sign that you should get tested for obstructive sleep apnea.

Weight

Your weight is another factor that may be contributing to your snoring. Obesity can cause extra tissue to develop around your neck which can then constrict your throat and lead to snoring. Weight loss is definitely part of the answer for treating this kind of snoring. That said, losing weight is easier said than done and those that snore due to being overweight are at a higher risk of also having a sleeping disorder like sleep apnea.
While losing extra weight should be the goal in the long term, seeking treatment to treat snoring and sleep apnea should not be put off. Improving sleep quality will not only help you reduce other health risks, it can even help you lose weight. Getting the quality sleep you need will help you to think more clearly and it can improve your metabolism.

Smoking

Smoking cigarettes or other tobacco products can lead to problems that impede sleep quality. When you smoke, it can cause tissue inflammation in your throat. According to a study performed by Dr. Karl Franklin from the University Hospital in Umeå, Sweden, both smokers and ex-smokers were more likely to suffer from habitual snoring than non-smokers. Additionally, non-smokers were more likely to suffer from habitual snoring if they were exposed to daily smoking from someone else in their home.
There is a multitude of health benefits for those that are able to quit smoking. It’s no easy task to quit smoking. That being said, quitting will not only improve your sleep quality, it may even help your housemates snore less as well.

Alcohol

For many Americans, it’s completely normal to enjoy an alcoholic beverage. A glass of red wine can even have a positive effect on your cardiovascular system. But alcohol can also have many detrimental effects, especially when consumed in excess. Alcohol is classified as a depressant and can work as a muscle relaxer for your throat. When alcohol is consumed before going to bed, your throat can relax more than normal. These relaxed throat muscles constrict the airway and can cause you to snore.
This can cause people that would not normally snore to do so and can create a potentially serious health risk for those that already habitually snore. If you suffer from habitual snoring, you may have obstructive sleep apnea. Getting diagnosed and treated can have major positive effects on both your quality of sleep and your quality of life,

Your Sleep Apnea Dentist in Southfield

At Bogrow and Associates Dental Center for Sleep Apnea and Snoring, we understand the importance of quality sleep. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to major health complications including hypertension and heart disease.

Schedule Your Visit Today!

If you habitually snore, you may have sleep apnea. Schedule your appointment with Dr. Bogrow today and he will work with you to find the treatment that’s best for your specific needs. Call us today or visit our website to learn how Bogrow and Associates can get you the sleep you deserve.

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]]> https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/snoring-sign-serious-health-problem/feed/ 0 Oral Appliance to Treat Sleep Apnea https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/oral-appliance-treat-sleep-apnea/ https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/oral-appliance-treat-sleep-apnea/#respond Fri, 25 Mar 2016 23:26:53 +0000 http://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=418 The Advantages Oral Appliance Therapy is the newest, non-invasive remedy that works for both men and women alike. An Oral appliance is comfortable to wear, very quiet, portable and easy to care for. Visiting the Dentist Your dentist will work with your sleep doctor in order to treat both snoring and sleep apnea. The initial consultation will revolve around discussing the benefits of this type of treatment, as well as any side effects and the total cost. If you decide to move forward, your dentist will complete a comprehensive evaluation of your teeth, jaw, tongue, and airway. This may also include a new-x-ray of your mouth. Customizing your Oral Appliance in 3 Simple Steps There are two different ways to customize your oral appliance. The first is a digital scan and the second option is a physical impression. Both are reliable ways to properly fit the appliance for you, but the choice is up to what your doctor has in his office. After the impression (digital scan) is made, it will then be sent to a dental lab where the appliance will actually be created. The third and final step in this process is after your dentist receives the completed appliance back from the lab he will work with you to help adjust the fit to make it as comfortable as possible. During this visit, your dentist will explain and possibly show you how to properly clean and maintain your appliance. Take our Free Sleep Apnea Assessment today!

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]]> The Advantages
Oral Appliance Therapy is the newest, non-invasive remedy that works for both men and women alike. An Oral appliance is comfortable to wear, very quiet, portable and easy to care for.
Visiting the Dentist
Your dentist will work with your sleep doctor in order to treat both snoring and sleep apnea. The initial consultation will revolve around discussing the benefits of this type of treatment, as well as any side effects and the total cost.
If you decide to move forward, your dentist will complete a comprehensive evaluation of your teeth, jaw, tongue, and airway. This may also include a new-x-ray of your mouth.
Customizing your Oral Appliance in 3 Simple Steps

  1. There are two different ways to customize your oral appliance. The first is a digital scan and the second option is a physical impression. Both are reliable ways to properly fit the appliance for you, but the choice is up to what your doctor has in his office.
  2. After the impression (digital scan) is made, it will then be sent to a dental lab where the appliance will actually be created.
  3. The third and final step in this process is after your dentist receives the completed appliance back from the lab he will work with you to help adjust the fit to make it as comfortable as possible. During this visit, your dentist will explain and possibly show you how to properly clean and maintain your appliance.

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]]> https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/oral-appliance-treat-sleep-apnea/feed/ 0 Oral Appliance Therapy Guideline Released https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/oral-appliance-therapy-guideline-released/ https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/oral-appliance-therapy-guideline-released/#respond Wed, 26 Aug 2015 21:49:02 +0000 http://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=384 The Guideline, jointly issued by the AADSM and AASM, is great news for both patients who are CPAP intolerant, and dentists who deliver Dental Sleep Medicine. This Guideline is great news for patients suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) as it endorses a more collaborative approach between the dental and medical communities. The Guideline specifically supports a qualified dentist fabricating a custom, titrate-able device, once a sleep physician prescribes an oral appliance for the treatment of OSA. AADSM President Kathleen Bennett, DDS. states “Communication and teamwork between sleep physicians and dentists are essential in delivering exceptional patient care. The new Guideline paves the way for a more collaborative relationship, which underscores the indispensable role a dentist plays in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.” Earl K Bogrow DDS is a Diplomate of the prestigious American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, and now dedicates his practice exclusively to Oral Appliance Therapy for OSA & snoring.

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This Guideline is great news for patients suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) as it endorses a more collaborative approach between the dental and medical communities.
The Guideline specifically supports a qualified dentist fabricating a custom, titrate-able device, once a sleep physician prescribes an oral appliance for the treatment of OSA.
AADSM President Kathleen Bennett, DDS. states “Communication and teamwork between sleep physicians and dentists are essential in delivering exceptional patient care. The new Guideline paves the way for a more collaborative relationship, which underscores the indispensable role a dentist plays in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.”
Earl K Bogrow DDS is a Diplomate of the prestigious American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, and now dedicates his practice exclusively to Oral Appliance Therapy for OSA & snoring.

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]]> https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/oral-appliance-therapy-guideline-released/feed/ 0 2014 Make-A-Wish 300 Mile Bicycle Ride https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/2014-make-wish-300-mile-bicycle-ride/ https://michigansleepapneacenter.com/2014-make-wish-300-mile-bicycle-ride/#respond Tue, 05 Aug 2014 21:36:13 +0000 http://michigansleepapneacenter.com/?p=125   Dr. Bogrow participated in the Make-A- Wish 300 mile bicycle ride July 25-27. This is the 8th consecutive year I have rode in honor of my niece Lily who is one of the success cases in which after being diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in 2007 and several surgeries and chemotherapy later is now a healthy 16 year old High School senior. This year the 950 riders raised over $2 million dollars for Make -A-Wish kids in Michigan with life threatening conditions. You could also go to wishamile.org website to get more detailed info about the ride.

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Dr. Bogrow participated in the Make-A- Wish 300 mile bicycle ride July 25-27. This is the 8th consecutive year I have rode in honor of my niece Lily who is one of the success cases in which after being diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in 2007 and several surgeries and chemotherapy later is now a healthy 16 year old High School senior. This year the 950 riders raised over $2 million dollars for Make -A-Wish kids in Michigan with life threatening conditions. You could also go to wishamile.org website to get more detailed info about the ride.

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