DID YOU KNOW? APPROXIMATELY 70 MILLION AMERICAN ADULTS HAVE A SLEEP DISORDER?
Do you wake up feeling like you got no sleep at all?
If you are suffering during the day because your nights are less than restful, we can help! At Sleep Solutions Northwest in Auburn, WA, we specialize in better sleep solutions. In fact, ours is the only practice around that focuses exclusively on treating sleep apnea and snoring. Our experts are highly trained to diagnose and treat sleep apnea and other issues that may be preventing you (and your partner) from getting the high-quality, restful sleep your body requires to recharge and regenerate. Using the latest technology and diagnostic techniques, we can custom design an oral appliance — an alternative to CPAP and surgery — that will help you reclaim your nights and reclaim your life.
SNORING
25% of adults snore regularly
You may not realize you’re snoring every night, but if you have a partner, it’s a good bet they do! Snoring not only affects how well you sleep, but it can cause your partner to lose significant sleep as well. Snoring can indicate a number of health issues, including:
- nasal congestion
- allergies
- nasal polyps
- deviated septum
- sleep apnea
SLEEP APNEA
22m adults have sleep apnea
Most people who suffer from sleep apnea go undiagnosed. If sleep apnea goes untreated, it can potentially lead to life-threatening health complications, like high blood pressure, heart attack, or even stroke. Sleep apnea warning signs include:
- persistent snoring
- waking and gasping for air at night
- daytime drowsiness, inability to concentrate
- headaches in the morning
- irritability, moodiness
- difficulty staying asleep at night
Introducing Dr. Gemma Kwolek
Meet our Sleep Specialist, Dr. Gemma Kwolek, a Diplomate from the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and member of the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Kwolek spent many years in dentistry and decided to focus her practice on sleep medicine because so many of her patients struggled with sleep. Her high level of expertise and experience treating patients makes her an extremely qualified clinician. She enjoys working with patients and cares deeply about their health. Dr. Kwolek’s goal is to help patients become healthier and happier through better quality sleep.
You can visit Dr. Kwolek at both of our locations for your convenience.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Loud Snoring
Many people snore on occasion, when they’re congested because of a cold or allergies, for example. However, persistent, loud snoring can indicate a deeper issue. When your airway becomes obstructed by the muscle tissue at the back of your throat, causing it to close up as you breathe in, it’s called Sleep Apnea. This is a serious illness that actually causes you to stop breathing. As a result, your blood does not carry enough oxygen to your brain, which then senses that you are not breathing and wakes you up. This cycle continues throughout the night, keeping you from getting the quality sleep you need and putting undue stress on your system.
OUR PATIENTS HAVE FOUND RELIEF FROM SLEEPLESS NIGHTS.
For each patient, we start with a thorough examination, focusing on the heart of the problem. Using the latest technology and our considerable experience, we are able to provide successful treatment for Snoring and Sleep Apnea. Sleep Solutions Northwest is the only practice in the area with specialists who are trained specifically to diagnose and treat sleep disorders.
OTHER DANGERS OF SLEEP APNEA
COMMON CAUSES
Certain conditions can increase your risk of sleep apnea, including:
- Being overweight
- Smoking
- Having a thicker neck
- Having a narrower airway due to tonsils or adrenoids
- Using alcohol, sedatives or other substances that relax the throat muscles
Did you know that men are 2-3 times more likely to suffer from sleep apnea than woman?
Did you know that 7 out of 10 people with type 2 diabetes also have sleep apnea?
HEALTH RISKS
Sleep apnea can seriously affect how well you sleep at night, and it can also put you at higher risk for serious health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and stroke. Sleep apnea sufferers can also experience other important health issues, including:
- High blood pressure
- Chronic fatigue
- Anxiety or depression
- Weakened immune system
- Confusion and memory loss
Did you know that daytime drowsiness causes more than 300,000 traffic accidents a year?
Did you know that untreated sleep apnea can be linked to glaucoma, kidney disease, and loss of bone density?
WAKE UP TO BETTER SLEEP
DID YOU KNOW? 80% OF MODERATE TO SEVERE CASES GO UNDIAGNOSED?