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Oral Health and CPAP Machines

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When people think of sleep apnea and CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machines, as well as the medical issues associated with it, most people do not think about their oral health being affected. Oral health includes anything to do with the mouth which consists of gums, teeth, tongue, and back of the throat. While most people consider oral health issues nothing more than side effects, these issues can sometimes be enough to require medical attention from either a physician or dentist. Oral Health Issues Related to CPAP Machines Some of the issues associated with oral health and CPAP machines include Xerostomia , dry mouth, periodontal disease, sore throat, and other medical problems.  CPAP machines require using distilled water to prevent a patient’s mouth from drying out. Unfortunately to keep the device clean can be a tedious process that many have trouble keeping up, and thus don’t clean it as often as needed.  This can have the devastating effect of crea...

Lifestyle Changes That Can Help with Sleep Apnea Treatment

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After being diagnosed with sleep apnea, you may be wondering what you can do to resolve the issue independently. While changes to your lifestyle may not be a complete solution to your issues with sleep apnea, there are several things you can do to help reduce the severity of your sleep apnea symptoms and make your breathing easier. How Can You Naturally Relieve Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is caused by the collapse of the airway as you breathe while you sleep. There can be many causes for sleep apnea, and related risk factors that you may not be able to control. However, there are things you can do to help yourself stop suffering and get a better, more restful sleep each night. Reliving the symptoms of sleep apnea can help lead to a better quality of life. With more rest and less interruptions to your sleep cycle, you are likely to be in a better mood and better health. Some of the main ways you may be able to naturally relieve the symptoms of sleep apnea might include: ·...