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What Is Sleep Apnea, and Is Snoring a Symptom?

Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

• Your snoring is loud and happens most nights
• You often wake up gasping or choking
• Your partner notices pauses in your breathing during sleep
• You feel tired or groggy during the day, even after a full night’s rest
• You experience frequent headaches or dry mouth in the morning
• You have difficulty focusing or remembering things during the day

How Dentists Address Sleep Apnea

Steps You Can Take If You Suspect Sleep Apnea

• Track Your Symptoms: Keep a sleep diary or use a sleep tracking app to note how often you snore, how rested you feel, and whether you notice other symptoms like headaches or dry mouth.
• Talk to Your Dentist or Doctor: Share your concerns. Your dentist can refer you to a sleep specialist or help you arrange a sleep study.
• Consider a Sleep Study: An at-home sleep test or in-lab study can confirm whether you have sleep apnea and help determine the severity.

A Better Night’s Sleep Starts With You