Should I be Concerned about Snoring?

                                                

Snoring is a common condition that can affect anyone, men and women, socially and medically.  Socially, snoring is disruptive to family life and causes other family member sleepless nights.  A recent study by the Department of Health advertisements promoting martial health reports that snoring is a potential source of tension between spouses.  Medically, snoring can be a warning sign of a serious medical condition called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

                                                  What is Snoring?

Snoring occurs when something blocks air from flowing freely through the nose and mouth.  When you breathe, the walls of the throat vibrate and cause the snoring sound.

                                What are some of the causes that can lead to snoring?

·       swollen tonsils and adenoids that block the airways

·       being overweight, the fatty tissue in the neck puts pressure on the airways

·       growths in the nasal passages (nasal polys)

·       nasal congestion, stuffy nose from a cold or allergies

·       alcohol consumption before bedtime reduces the resting tone of the muscles in the back of the throat (reports WebMD)

** Snoring is definitely a concern because it is linked to a serious medical condition called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).  

For more information on sleep apnea, contact Dr. Anna Lee and her team today. 

Cause of ECC/BBTD

There are many factors which can cause tooth decay. One common cause is the frequent and prolonged exposure of the baby's teeth to drinks that contain sugar. An example would be infants or toddlers who snack with a bottle (juices) between meals frequently. Research shows that about five minutes after teeth are exposed to the sugar, bacteria produce the acids to begin the destruction of the enamel.

Tooth decay is also a transmissible disease. Studies show that bacteria are transmitted from mothers to children through saliva. Mothers with untreated cavities have higher levels of bacteria in their mouth and are more likely to pass bacteria to their children. An example would be the mother who puts the baby's feeding spoon in her mouth and then into her baby's mouth passing bacteria to the baby.
 

  Dr. Anna Lee, D.D.S.