Why do we say this? There are many symptoms associated with sleep-disordered breathing; you might even be surprised. That's why it shouldn't be taken lightly.
It has been shown that children who snore in early childhood tend to have lower academic performance than those who do not. School-aged children also exhibit symptoms of hyperactivity and inattention and may be diagnosed with ADHD. Studies show an increase in sleep-disordered breathing symptoms in individuals diagnosed with ADHD.
Symptoms of Sleep-Disordered Breathing:
↠ Snoring
↠ Mouth breathing / dry mouth
↠ Night sweats
↠ Constant nasal congestion
↠ Night terrors
↠ Drooling
↠ Excitation confusion
↠ Irritability
↠ Restless sleep
↠ Noisy/heavy breathing
↠ Adenotonsillar hypertrophy
↠ Sleepwalking
↠ Allergies
↠ Asthma
↠ Daytime sleepiness
↠ Bedwetting
↠ Hyperactivity / Inattention
↠ Difficulty waking up in the morning
↠ Morning headache
↠ Dark circles under the eyes
↠ Sleeping in the knee-chest position
↠ Sleeping with your neck tilted back
↠ Insomnia
↠ Learning difficulties
↠ Behavioral problems
↠ Delayed puberty
↠ Crooked teeth
↠ Mood disorder – depression
↠ Hypertension
You're shocked, aren't you? That's why it should be considered a serious syndrome, and thanks to functional dentistry, we can treat it.
Have you noticed any of these symptoms in your child? If so, call us at 961 54 54 61
