by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Dec 1, 2021 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder that leads to serious impacts on overall health if left untreated. Finding the right sleep apnea treatment is an important component of keeping yourself healthy. What are the benefits of treating sleep apnea? The benefits of...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Nov 5, 2021 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where patients repeatedly stop breathing for short periods, usually 10 to 30 seconds. During these apneic episodes, the patient’s blood oxygen levels plummet, and the body and brain don’t get the oxygen they need to keep functioning....
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Sep 24, 2021 | Sleep Apnea
Sleeping with your mouth open may not seem like a big deal, but it’s a major red flag that you’re not breathing properly at night, which can have a severe negative impact on your overall health and wellness. In fact, chronic mouth breathing is one of the primary...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Sep 14, 2021 | Sleep Apnea
Hypoxemia occurs when you don’t have enough oxygen in your blood. The hemoglobin molecules in your red blood cells don’t carry as much oxygen as they should, and your body doesn’t get the amount of oxygen it needs for everyday functions. Several factors can cause...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Aug 15, 2021 | Sleep Apnea
Tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition where the tissue that connects the bottom of the tongue to the floor of the mouth (the lingual frenulum) is shorter or thicker than usual. A tongue-tie limits movement of the tongue, causing problems in both children and...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Jul 10, 2021 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea isn’t just robbing you of a good night’s sleep. It can contribute to serious medical conditions, like high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Sleep apnea also affects your dental health, causing cavities and periodontal disease, among other issues....
