Every day many of us wake up from what seemed like a decent night’s sleep, still feeling exhausted. This constant drowsiness can be a source of frustration for those of us who do our best to get the proper amount of rest each night. It may also lead some of us to believe that we’ll never be fully rested, no matter how hard we try.
Unfortunately, for many individuals, attempts to thwart daytime drowsiness are unsuccessful because they are not addressing the true cause of their exhaustion.
You may have sleep apnea and not even know it!
Many individuals do not think about breathing when they wonder why they have trouble getting a good night’s sleep. We often blame stress, anxiety, excessive stimulation, and other lifestyle factors for unhealthy sleep and the constant exhaustion they create. Sleep apnea keeps one’s brain from receiving proper amount of oxygen while they sleep, and keeps people from experiencing proper “deep sleep.” A common precursor to sleep apnea is snoring.
Snoring may be a the cause of your relationship’s decline
If your bed-partner has complained about your disruptive snoring, you may be experiencing periods of sleep wherein your respiratory system is unable to supply your body with sufficient oxygen. This is not only dangerous for your health, it is also majorly irritating for anyone who attempts to sleep near you! Snoring is often the reason why couples choose to sleep in separate rooms. Physical separation has been known to cause a decline in physical and emotional intimacy, and damages relationships.
Sleepiness costs you more than a few Z’s
If you struggle with sleepiness during the day, you are most likely not getting quality sleep. Researchers have found that poor sleep and daytime drowsiness lead to lower earning potential for employees. Feeling tired lowers overall efficiency, and decrease your odds of getting that raise or the promotion you have your eye on.
There are many treatments for snoring and sleep apnea
The traditional treatment for sleep apnea, a CPAP machine, often seems daunting. A CPAP involves wearing a mask that covers one’s face throughout the night. Therefore, many people cannot bring themselves to use it on a nightly basis, but there is an alternative! A properly-fitted dental sleep appliance is often capable of providing the same benefits as a CPAP machine without disturbing one’s sleep or restricting movement.
With the help of a capable dental and medical team, your sleep can be comfortably corrected!