The Result of Sleep Deprivation

A recent blog article by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASDM) highlighted a few of the facts about sleep deprivation. The author writes, "Chronic sleep deprivation can affect attention levels, reaction time and mood, leading to decreased productivity at work, increased family stress, and potential health problems, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)."

Many of us have experienced a few nights of disturbed sleep, but eventually catch up on sleep and fall back into the usual sleep cycle. However, continual sleep deprivation caused by a sleeping disorder, or any other cause for that matter, results in daytime productivity, mood, and quality of life changes. Sleeping disorders not only disrupt your night, but also impact your level of activity during the day. 


The article also recommends the optimum amount of sleep needed for good health. For preschoolers, the best amount of sleep ranges from 11 to 13 hours a night. Older children in school should be allowed 10 to 11 hours of sleep, teens must have at least nine hours, and adults should have seven to eight hours of sleep a night.

It is important to recognize your body's need for sleep, and how it impacts your quality of life. Even if you do not suffer for a sleeping disorder, choose to not suffer from the results of chronic sleep deprivation by getting enough sleep at night. 


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The Central Jersey Dental Sleep Medicine Mission

Central Jersey Dental Sleep Medicine is dedicated to helping those who suffer from sleeping disorders. We understand that sleep is very important to one's overall mental and physical health, and we strive to make sure that every patient will have restful sleep.

Our mission at the Central Jersey Dental Sleep Medicine is to help sleep disorder sufferers find REAL solutions to their sleep problems. Oral therapies and simple appliances can make a huge difference in your life. We encourage you to read through the vast amount of information available on our website, ask questions, and maybe do a little bit of research on your own. You will find that a good night's sleep is completely within your reach with the help of professionals from Central Jersey Dental Sleep Medicine.

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Additional Facts about Sleep Apnea

According to the AADSM (American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine) blog, sleep experts estimate that 80 to 90 percent of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients are undiagnosed and consequently untreated. 80 to 90 percent is an overwhelmingly high percentage of people who suffer while sleeping at night. Many of these people do not even realize that they have a problem. They are unaware of waking up throughout the night just to breathe. It is usually a bed partner that often detects problems associated with OSA due to loud snoring that generally accompanies the breathing disorder.

Because most dentists often see patients on a regular basis, they have the capability to screen patients for sleep apnea. There are many successful ways to test for being at risk for OSA. Ask your dentist to screen you for OSA, and if necessary recommend a sleep physician for diagnosis and treatment.

If you wake up tired, irritable, and feeling tired in the morning, then ask to be tested for OSA at your next dental appointment. It could mean a future of a full night's sleep, and a restful morning.

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