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Medicare & Dental Sleep Medicine

November 29, 2017

smiling senior man in dental chairSleep apnea is the cessation of breathing for ten or more seconds at a time during sleep, and while anyone can suffer from this sleep disorder, it is more common for patients over the age of 60. That means it’s very important that your treatment option is covered by Medicare. If you are one of the thousands of US adults over 60 with sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy may be a great option for you, and most dental sleep medicine is covered by Medicare and other insurance providers.
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4 Things Parents Need to Know About Childhood Sleep Apnea

October 8, 2017

child resting with sleep apnea CPAP systemSleep apnea is the cessation of breathing for ten or more seconds at a time during sleep, and while most patients are only diagnosed with this sleep disorders as adults, children are actually prone to this condition as well. According to the results of the Tucson Children’s Assessment of Sleep Apnea (TuCASA), many young people suffer from undiagnosed sleep apnea. Even more alarming, many of these children, below the age of five, have behavioral, cognitive, and developmental concerns associated with sleep apnea.
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When Is It Time to Visit a Sleep Center in Las Vegas?

September 5, 2017

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Doctor holding sleep apnea signDo you often wake feeling tired despite sleeping all night? Maybe your spouse is constantly poking you at night because you snore loudly? If this sounds familiar, it may be time to visit a doctor at your local sleep center in Las Vegas to be evaluated for sleep apnea. This is a sleep disorder that affects roughly 5 to 20% of the adult population; however, it is estimated that as much as one-third of those with the condition remain undiagnosed. To protect your overall health and quality of life, it is important to seek treatment right away.
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