Many people suffer from a sleep disorder without knowing it. That is because it is happening while they are asleep and they are not aware of it. Often they only find out when their spouse complains about their snoring. However, there are daytime symptoms that can indicate a sleep disorder such as waking up with a headache, still feeling tired after eight hours of sleep, lack of concentration, moodiness, and depression. Do you have a sleep disorder? If you suspect you or someone you know may have a sleep disorder, ask yourself the following questions.
Sleep Questions
Question #1: Do you feel excessively tired during the day?
Question #2: Do you snore loud enough to be heard in the other room?
Question #3: Do you fall asleep while waiting at stop lights, or while driving?
Question #4: Has someone told you that you stop breathing during your sleep?
If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you may be suffering from a sleep disorder.
Sleep Disorders
An estimated 70 million Americans suffer from some type of sleep disorder, of which there are about 80 different types. Some of the most common sleep disorders include:
- Insomnia: Difficulty falling to sleep or staying asleep.
- Sleep apnea: When you stop breathing several times during your sleep for seconds at a time.
- Narcolepsy: Excessive daytime sleepiness and episodes of suddenly nodding off during the day.
- Restless legs syndrome: An intense, irresistible urge to move your legs which often strikes at night and makes it difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep.
About Your Livonia MI Dentist Dr. Stewart
James R. Stewart, Jr, DDS, PC and our compassionate staff proudly serve patients of all ages from Livonia, Farmington Hills, Plymouth, Northville, Dearborn Heights, Garden City, and all surrounding communities. If you think you or a loved one is dealing with a sleep disorder, call our office today at (734) 425-4400, to schedule an appointment. At Dental sleep Medicine of Michigan, we are committed to forming trusting relationships with our patients so we can work together to achieve sound treatment and a future full of restful nights.
