A recent study examining patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) found that the level of daytime sleepiness reported before treatment may help predict whether a patient will consistently use continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. The Role of the Epworth Sleepiness Scale Researchers evaluated sleepiness using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), a common questionnaire that asks patients how likely they…
Dr. Spencer will hold the position of Consultant with Everything Sleep Consulting. His responsibilities will again bring sleep dentists and physicians together toward improving patient care.
Introduction Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is increasingly recognized as an independent contributor to cardiovascular morbidity through mechanisms involving intermittent hypoxia, oxidative stress, systemic inflammation, and vascular endothelial dysfunction. These interconnected pathways play a central role in the development of hypertension, atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke. Intermittent Hypoxia and Oxidative Stress Recurrent cycles…
February is widely recognized as Heart Health Month, a time when healthcare organizations emphasize prevention, early detection, and improved management of cardiovascular disease. For many practices, this means focusing on blood pressure control, lipid management, diabetes care, and lifestyle counseling. Yet one of the most influential and often underutilized factors in cardiovascular health remains insufficiently…