19/09/2024
Sleep apnea is a disorder that affects breathing while we sleep, which can have serious health consequences if left untreated. There are several therapeutic approaches depending on the severity of the case, the origin of the problem and the personal characteristics of each patient. At Instituto Maxilofacial, we always try to rule out the least...
08/04/2024
Sleep apnea is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world. Physical symptoms, such as loud snoring and daytime fatigue, are well known, but sleep apnea can also have a significant impact on mental health. A recent study found that all domains of quality of life, from mental and emotional health functioning...
05/10/2023
In recent times, there has been a surge of information circulating on social networks about the potential use of adhesive tape on the mouth as a remedy for sleep apnea. While it's essential to explore various options for improving one's sleep quality, it's equally crucial to differentiate between helpful suggestions and unfounded claims. Mouth taping...
28/04/2022
90% of sleep apnea cases go undiagnosed. That is why the Trueta hospital in Girona has started a sleep apnea detection project, which will begin in Catalonia with a projection to eventually spread throughout Spain and Europe. To tackle the underdiagnosis of sleep deprivation, Primary Care Centers will be the first detection points, where a...
