{"id":23,"date":"2018-10-12T04:30:02","date_gmt":"2018-10-12T04:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/?p=23"},"modified":"2018-11-12T04:31:54","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T04:31:54","slug":"sleep-apnea-in-columbus-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/2018\/10\/12\/sleep-apnea-in-columbus-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Sleep Apnea in Columbus?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"middleThe secret to living well and feeling great isn\u2019t necessarily earning more money or taking more vacations \u2014 it\u2019s, quite simply, sleeping better. Unfortunately, many Americans are dealing with a chronic sleep condition that can make it difficult to get a full night\u2019s sleep. Sleep apnea<\/span><\/a> in Columbus takes a toll on an otherwise healthy body, but it can be treated and overcome. Keep reading to learn more about this condition, and how to find help if you suspect you need it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Is Sleep Apnea?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sleep apnea is a condition that makes it difficult to sleep soundly throughout the night. It occurs when the airway becomes restricted during sleep, partially or completely blocking the flow of oxygen throughout the body. The most common type of sleep apnea is known as obstructive sleep apnea, which is frequently the result of being overweight or obese. The extra weight around the neck puts pressure on the windpipe, cutting off air and causing the sufferer to wake up multiple times each hour of sleep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sleep Apnea vs. Snoring<\/span><\/h2>\n

One common symptom associated with sleep apnea is chronic snoring. All patients dealing with obstructive sleep apnea will snore, but not all snorers are suffering from this sleep condition. For example, you may snore for a few nights in a row if you have a cold or if you are taking certain medications. If, however, you snore loudly more nights than not, it\u2019s a good idea to visit a sleep doctor or other trained professional for a sleep apnea screening. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the symptoms of sleep apnea include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Loud, chronic, persistent snoring<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Tossing and turning throughout the night<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Waking up to urinate<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Waking frequently with a start or a gasp (often observed by a partner)<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Waking up with a dry mouth or throat<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Chronic exhaustion or fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Depression, anxiety, and other effects of poor sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Are You Dealing with Sleep Apnea?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    After you receive a diagnosis for sleep apnea, you can seek treatment from a sleep dentist or doctor. A removable oral appliance may be prescribed. This treatment works by stabilizing the jaw to prevent its collapse throughout the night. Fortunately, many patients are able to find an effective treatment for this condition and can regain their good sleeping habits. In cases where excess weight increases the effects of sleep apnea, exercise, improved diet, and other weight loss tactics can help increase the effectiveness of treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n

    If you are dealing with the effects of sleep apnea, don\u2019t wait to act! Your dentist or doctor can help you sleep throughout the night once again. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Meet the Practice <\/span><\/h2>\n

    Dr. Eric Buck offers specialized sleep apnea treatment through his private practice in Columbus, OH. He knows well that sleep apnea can take a serious toll on his patients\u2019 quality of life, and he is passionate about helping people find relief in a full night\u2019s sleep. If you are interested in learning more about sleep apnea therapy or have other questions regarding this condition, don\u2019t hesitate to contact Dr. Buck at (614) 698-1477.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    The secret to living well and feeling great isn\u2019t necessarily earning more money or taking more vacations \u2014 it\u2019s, quite simply, sleeping better. Unfortunately, many Americans are dealing with a chronic sleep condition that can make it difficult to get a full night\u2019s sleep. Sleep apnea in Columbus takes a toll on an otherwise healthy […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23\/revisions\/25"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}