Do you snore? Studies show, if you snore, your quality of life – and your sleeping partner’s – may suffer. Furthermore, snoring may indicate a more serious condition known as sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a potentially life-threatening sleep disorder that can have a dramatically negative impact on your health and quality of life.

 

Some of the health risks of sleep apnea include:

• Increased risk of heart attack

• Increased risk of stroke

• Chronic fatigue making tasks like driving dangerous

• Impotence

 

Dr. Tomasik has received specialized training in the effective treatment of sleep apnea. In many cases, patients can avoid the use of cumbersome machinery by utilizing a special oral appliance that can help you breathe at night.