Sleep Apnea
Understanding Sleep Apnea
What is Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep.
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway becomes blocked during sleep. Common signs may include loud snoring, gasping for air, interrupted breathing, daytime tiredness, dry mouth, and morning headaches.
Myofunctional therapy focuses on the function and coordination of the tongue, lips, and facial muscles involved in breathing and oral function.
Signs & Symptoms
Signs You May Be Experiencing Sleep Apnea
Recognizing common symptoms can be an important first step toward understanding your sleep and breathing concerns.
Loud Snoring
Frequent or disruptive snoring during sleep.
Gasping
Waking up gasping, choking, or struggling to breathe.
Breathing
Breathing may repeatedly stop and restart during sleep.
Daytime Fatigue
Feeling unusually tired or sleepy during the day.
Headaches
Waking with headaches or feeling unrested.
Dry Mouth
Dry mouth, which may be associated with nighttime mouth breathing.
How Therapy Can Help
Healthy Oral & Airway Function
Orofacial therapy uses exercises and functional training for the mouth and facial muscles. Therapy may focus on tongue position, nasal breathing, lip function, and swallowing patterns.
- Tongue Posture - Developing healthier tongue positioning and functional awareness.
- Nasal Breathing - Supporting consistent nasal breathing patterns when appropriate.
- Lip Function - Improving lip strength, coordination, and resting posture.
- Swallowing Function - Addressing inefficient oral muscle patterns during swallowing.
Personalized Myofunctional Therapy
We take a personalized approach to myofunctional therapy, focusing on developing customized treatment plans based on each person's unique needs and goals.
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