Airway Dentistry

12/07/2023

🌙😴 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭?😴🌙

Did you wake up feeling unrefreshed and lacking energy? Are ready to take on the day? Perhaps you are suffering from disrupted sleep. Take it seriously. Talk us or your doctor. Investigate the problem
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That so many people do not wake up refreshed or they have a headache is not because they can’t “sleep” -they wake up because they can’t “breathe”.

Breathe well, sleep well and live a better life. If we don’t sleep properly, nothing works

💭 Share your experiences, struggles, and triumphs in dealing with your sleep. You may be suffering from sleep apnoea. That can be life threatening!

Remember, you're not alone in this!

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So if you are not having a good night sleep or may have concerns please contact me.
📞 083 391 2281
📧 gkaplan@prosthodontist.co.za
or visit my website in my link in bio.

30/06/2023

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬

Snoring can indeed have an impact on relationships, particularly when it comes to sharing a bed or living space with a partner. Here are a few ways snoring can affect relationships:

💤 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:Snoring can disrupt both the snorer's and their partner's sleep. The loud and frequent noise can lead to sleep disturbances, resulting in daytime fatigue and irritability for both individuals. Lack of quality sleep can strain a relationship and affect overall mood and well-being.

💤𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Snoring may affect the physical intimacy and closeness between partners. If the snoring is loud and persistent, it can create a barrier to sharing a bed or bedroom, leading to reduced physical proximity and potential feelings of detachment or frustration.

💤 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:Partners who are frequently disturbed by snoring may become resentful or frustrated over time. The non-snoring partner might feel neglected or irritated, while the snorer may experience guilt or embarrassment. This build-up of negative emotions can strain the relationship if not addressed.

So if you are snoring or may have concerns please contact me.
📞 083 391 2281
📧 gkaplan@prosthodontist.co.za

27/06/2023

Snoring is the hoarse or harsh sound that occurs when air flows past relaxed tissues in your throat, causing the tissues to vibrate as you breathe. Nearly everyone snores now and then, but for some people it can be a chronic problem. Sometimes it may also indicate a serious health condition. In addition, snoring can be a nuisance to your partner.

Lifestyle changes, such as losing weight, avoiding alcohol close to bedtime or sleeping on your side, can help stop snoring.

Snoring is often associated with a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Not all snorers have OSA, but if snoring is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, it may be an indication to see a doctor for further evaluation for OSA:
💤 Witnessed breathing pauses during sleep
💤 Excessive daytime sleepiness
💤 Difficulty concentrating
💤 Morning headaches
💤 Sore throat upon awakening
💤 Restless sleep
💤 Gasping or choking at night
💤 High blood pressure
💤 Chest pain at night
💤 Your snoring is so loud it's disrupting your partner's sleep
💤 In children, poor attention span, behavioral issues or poor performance in school

So if you are snoring or may have concerns please contact me.
📞 083 391 2281
📧 gkaplan@prosthodontist.co.za
or visit my website in my link in bio.

19/06/2023

13/06/2023

𝓢𝓷𝓸𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓬𝓸𝓾𝓵𝓭 𝓫𝓮 𝓪 𝓼𝓲𝓰𝓷 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓱𝓪𝓿𝓮 𝓼𝓵𝓮𝓮𝓹 𝓪𝓹𝓷𝓸𝓮𝓪

If you snore, then you probably already know that it can be an annoying distraction for your bedtime partner. But, snoring can also be a sign of a common sleep related- breathing disorder called 𝒔𝒍𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒂𝒑𝒏𝒐𝒆𝒂. Sleep apnoea occurs when your breathing slows down or stops one or more times when you are sleeping. This causes your brain to wake your body up so that you can take in a deeper breath and get the right amount of oxygen. You may also take shallow or short breaths while you sleep. The cycle can repeat dozens or even hundreds of times each night. Over time, this can put a lot of physical stress on your body and can lead to serious health problems if not treated - like heart disease or diabetes.

Breath well, sleep well and live a better life.

To find out more please contact
📞 083 391 2281
📧 gkaplan@prosthodontist.co.za