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Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Central Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a condition in which a patient stops breathing or takes pauses while breathing during sleep. There are two different types of sleep apnea. We’ve previously mentioned obstructive sleep apnea, but in this post, Drs. Ressler, Hirschl & Lelchuk, DDS, PA, are going to discuss central sleep apnea. Central sleep apnea has similarities to obstructive sleep apnea but the difference is that there is no blockage of the airway.


Obstructive sleep apnea occurs because of a physical blockage in the airway, while central sleep apnea is more psychological. In central sleep apnea, breathing is regularly disrupted during sleep because of the way the brain functions. The symptoms remain the same; therefore, if you experience morning headaches, restless sleep, or chronic fatigue, it’s important to receive a proper diagnosis and explore your treatment options.


If you have questions or concerns about sleep apnea, please give us a call. To learn more about dental health as well as the services we provide at the practice, visit www.miami-dental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors, give us a call at our Miami Beach office: 305-532-1444 or North Miami Beach office: 305-949-2630. 

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