Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Pediatric OSA
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea
About Pediatric OSA
Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder where a child’s airway becomes partially or completely blocked during sleep, leading to disrupted breathing. This can result in poor sleep quality, daytime fatigue, behavioral issues, and even developmental delays. Early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric OSA are crucial to prevent long-term health problems. Common treatments include lifestyle changes, oral appliances, and sometimes surgery, depending on the severity. If left untreated, OSA can impact a child’s growth, learning, and overall well-being.
Don’t Wait
Early Diagnosis
At TMJ and Sleep Therapy Centre of The Gorge, we prioritize early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric OSA. Crooked teeth can signal dysfunctional breathing and improper tongue posture. Pediatric sleep apnea is often underdiagnosed, and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends screening for all children.
Diagnosis
OSA is a medical condition that can only be diagnosed by a doctor. However, it can be treated by a dentist who has advanced understanding of and training on this life-threatening breathing disorder. Working with a Sleep Physician, ENT, and others is necessary in treating OSA. It is important that adult therapies are not used as these can arrest skeletal development.
Symptoms of Childhood OSA:
- Snoring
- Mouth breathing
- Restlessness during sleep
- Sleeping in odd positions
- Periods of not breathing
- Night terrors
- Mood changes
- Poor concentration
- Bed Wetting
- Headaches
- Frequent infections
Who We Are
Our Experts
CURTIS HAYNIE
Dr Haynie is grateful for the opportunity to practice in his hometown and loves accessing all the activities it provides. His goal is to always live the moment in the Gorge with his family Julia, Aidan, and Ava.
William Payne
Dr. Payne appreciates collaborating with the great doctors and team at Hood River Dental. He is happy to be providing his years of experience of quality, comfortable dental treatments to the community of Hood River.
Phone
(541) 386-2999
Location
1410 May Street Hood River, OR 97031
tmj.sleep.gorge@gmail.com
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