{"id":517,"date":"2017-12-27T18:42:27","date_gmt":"2017-12-27T18:42:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=517"},"modified":"2018-01-18T18:45:37","modified_gmt":"2018-01-18T18:45:37","slug":"sleep-apnea-in-mt-holly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/sleep-apnea-in-mt-holly\/","title":{"rendered":"The Devastating Effects of Sleep Apnea on Everyday Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_64803439-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"tired man at desk\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_64803439-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_64803439-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_64803439-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>A good night\u2019s rest can make you feel like a superhero! If it\u2019s been a while since you\u2019ve had that amazing experience, you might have sleep apnea in Mt. Holly. It can seriously downgrade the quality of your nightly shuteye, turning the everyday routine into a drag. Many people, though, don\u2019t realize just how serious the consequences of this condition can be. Here are just a few examples of how sleep apnea can take a wrecking ball to your well-being.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Strained Romantic Relationships<\/h2>\n<p>Snoring is one of the primary symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). If you\u2019re married or in a long-term relationship, your partner might have already voiced complaints about the noises you make at night. Or maybe they take it beyond complaining and sleep separately from you so they can get the rest they need to function well.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for love, snoring is still a huge issue. This unpleasant sound is a major turnoff for any prospective romantic interests.<\/p>\n<h2>Bad Moods<\/h2>\n<p>If you don\u2019t sleep well, your mood suffers. You may find that you\u2019re irritable all the time and that even little things that never bothered you before are starting to get on your nerves. Or, you may have big-time mood swings that cause those around you to give you a wide berth. Sleep apnea suffers are even more likely to become depressed than folks who sleep well.<\/p>\n<p>You can do your best to fight the tiredness-induced bad moods with caffeine and self-control, but ultimately, fixing the problem at the heart of the issue \u2014 sleep apnea \u2014 is going to be your best bet for regaining your positive outlook on life.<\/p>\n<h2>Decreased Safety<\/h2>\n<p>People with sleep apnea are seven times more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle accident than people who regularly get a good night\u2019s rest. That\u2019s because drowsiness slows down your reaction times and can stop you from noticing the little details that make the difference between a safe commute to work and one that ends in disaster.<\/p>\n<h2>Suffering Productivity<\/h2>\n<p>Sleep is pivotal in your brain\u2019s functioning. If you don\u2019t get adequate rest, that precious organ inside your head will start to slow down. You may become forgetful or have trouble concentrating on tasks that shouldn\u2019t take much effort at all. Your performance at work could take a hit.<\/p>\n<h2>Reclaiming Your Rest<\/h2>\n<p>Treating sleep apnea in Mt. Holly is important if you want to enjoy a full, happy, and productive life. If you delay addressing this disorder for too long, you even put yourself at risk for systemic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, reclaiming a good night\u2019s rest might be as simple as visiting your dentist in Mt. Holly, who can design a custom oral appliance that will help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/sleep-apnea-treatment.html\">breathe easier at night<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Sleep apnea is awful! Getting it treated could improve your relationships and make you safer and more productive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Mt. Holly Family Dentistry<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our team at Mt. Holly Family Dentistry is proud to help our patients live full and productive lives. One way in which we do so is by providing treatment for sleep apnea. If you have this disorder and would like to learn more about how we can assist you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mthollyfamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">contact us<\/a> at 609-267-3230.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A good night\u2019s rest can make you feel like a superhero! If it\u2019s been a while since you\u2019ve had that amazing experience, you might have sleep apnea in Mt. Holly. 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