December 2019 - Dorma Sleep Services

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10 Tips on reducing snoring

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Snoring is quite common in adults, especially in men over 50. It is estimated that 40% of them are snoring. Responsible for a lot of problems, snoring disturbs the sleep of the spouse and family. It can sometimes reach 90 decibels, or the sound of a motor truck transportation. Caused by the vibration of the ...

Traveling with a CPAP

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Traveling becomes almost irresistible when you are on vacation. Only one problem: What should you do with your CPAP? Many people choose to leave their CPAP at home, thinking that if they were able to live without it before their sleep apnea was diagnosed, why not get a few days off? The truth is that ...

Your dentist could detect your sleep apnea

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airways become obstructed during sleep. Patients frequently suffer from symptoms such as: Snoring Breathing interruptions Dry mouth Daytime sleepiness Sore throat Dry mouth is often associated with sleep apnea and can cause bad breath, especially in the morning. During sleep, saliva flow is reduced and adding a dry mouth ...

Celebration, alcohol and apnea

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Whether it is during Canada Day celebrations, the holidays or any other occasion; it is well known that alcohol and festivity go frequently together. Did you know that alcohol can affect sleep quality and even increase the frequency and duration of apnea? Drinking alcohol causes muscle relaxation. This includes the muscles in your airways, ...

CPAP and new partner

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Love is emerging with a new partner in your life. It is possible that you hesitate to spend the night with your new partner because you fear his or her reaction to the CPAP. Will he or she accepts the noise produced by the unit or does it give him or her the impression of ...

How many hours of sleep per night is recommended ?

April 30, 2021December 17, 2019

Scientists agree to say that sleep has an influence on a person’s health and life quality. Many studies are performed each year in order to determine the number of hours of sleep a normal adult should have every night. In June 2015, the medical journal SLEEP, a publication produced by the AASM, published some ...

Snoring and Sleep Apnea

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Our team of healthcare professionals offers a wide range of surgical and non-surgical treatments for snoring and sleep apnea. Such services include: sleep testing, CPAP prescription and titration and upper airway surgery for snoring and sleep apnea. What’s the link between snoring and sleep apnea? Snoring occurs when the upper segments of the respiratory tract ...

Treatment without Surgery

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

It is possible to treat mild to moderate cases of sleep apnea without surgery, by changing certain lifestyle habits, here are a few: _ Weight loss _ Avoid alcohol and sleeping pills _ Changing sleeping position to improve breathing _ Stop smoking. Smoking increases the swelling of the airways and aggravates snoring. _ Avoid sleeping ...

Snoring correction with surgery

May 12, 2021December 17, 2019

Snoring correction with surgery Produced by the soft palate when it vibrates, snoring usually occurs during sleep or during naps. It can be difficult to live with snoring, both for those who have to endure this vibratory phenomenon and those who produce it. A proper diagnosis is essential to determine the causes and to ...

Surgery for sleep apnea

May 26, 2021December 17, 2019

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