{"id":470,"date":"2016-02-15T19:09:39","date_gmt":"2016-02-15T19:09:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/?p=470"},"modified":"2016-02-15T19:09:39","modified_gmt":"2016-02-15T19:09:39","slug":"sleep-apnea-fort-worth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/sleep-apnea-fort-worth\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to Sleep Apnea: Causes, Effects and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"sleep<\/a>Sleep apnea — it\u2019s a condition that affects some 22 million Americans. Unfortunately, the majority of sufferers don\u2019t realize there\u2019s a treatable condition underlying its exhausting side effects. But that doesn\u2019t have to be the case for you or your loved one! Keep reading to learn more about sleep apnea in Fort Worth, including the causes, effects and how to find a successful treatment from <\/span>Dr. Renee Corbitt.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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All about sleep apnea<\/span><\/h3>\n

The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. It occurs when the mouth and lower jaw become so relaxed during sleep that they collapse into the airway, repeatedly blocking the proper flow of air throughout the night. Snoring occurs as a result, and as the brain sends out emergency signals to breathe, the sufferer will likely make a gasping sound to wake up — an event that can be disturbing for them and their partner.<\/span><\/p>\n

Signs you or a loved one are suffering from OSA can include:<\/span><\/p>\n