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Interesting Facts About Snoring

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Interesting Facts About Snoring
Many of us are aware that snoring is often a warning sign of the insidious disease Sleep Apnea. But were you aware of the fact that the vibrations in your throat that arise from snoring can contribute to carotid artery arteriosclerosis? Because of the close anatomical relationship of the carotid arteries to our throats, snoring vibration causes inflammation of the cells that line the arterial walls. This inflammatory response is a known contributor to the narrowing of the carotid arteries.

More facts…
Snoring, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association can cause a 300% increase in motor vehicle accidents.
A study performed at the prestigious Mayo Clinic demonstrated that the spouses of snorers lose up to 15% of their sleep. Sleep Apnea is a serious condition with tremendous health risks and snoring is often the most significant warning sign. But alas, because of the social implications, it is often ignored until it is too late. Snoring is not a joke and should not be overlooked.

It is important that the spouse's of snorers take heed and encourage that their loved ones be evaluated for this potential deadly disease. The treatment for sleep apnea is readily available and effectively improves quality of life. Both snoring and sleep apnea can be treated with comfortable oral appliances from sleep apnea dentists. These appliances are excellent alternative methods and sometimes can be used as a substitute for patients who cannot tolerate using a CPAP. If you have any questions whether you or your spouse suffers with Snoring or Sleep Apnea, please call us at 561-394-9000 to schedule a consultation.

Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.