Otology, Rhinology and Laryngology

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is a potentially deadly sleep disease. It causes breathing to stop and restart repeatedly while sleeping. There are several types of sleep apnea, the most common being obstructive sleep apnea. This type of apnea occurs when your neck muscles relax and block your airway as you sleep. Snoring is a reliable symptom of obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is treatable. One treatment includes wearing a gadget that keeps your airway open while you sleep. Another alternative is to use a mouthpiece to push your jaw forward while sleeping. In more severe situations, surgical intervention may also be considered.