10 min

Unraveling Sleep Apnea’s Impact on Bone Health Healthy Sleep Revolution

    • Medicine

In today’s episode, we are diving into the surprising link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and early bone loss. We’ll tackle factors like chronic intermittent hypoxia and hormonal fluctuations in OSA disrupt bone balance which may accelerate bone loss and the need for comprehensive sleep evaluation and timely intervention, potentially through therapies like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

About Meghna Dassani
Dr. Meghna Dassani is passionate about promoting healthy sleep through dental practices. In following the ADA’s 2017 guideline on sleep apnea screening and treatment, she has helped many children and adults improve their sleep, their breathing, and their lives. Her books and seminars help parents and practitioners understand the essential roles of the tongue, palate, and jaw in promoting healthy sleep.
 
Connect with Dr. Meghna Dassani
Website: https://www.meghnadassani.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthysleeprevolution
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthysleeprevolution/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Lh_n7xmbhQVPGQrSjBIrw
Get a copy of Airway is Life: https://www.airwayislife.com

In today’s episode, we are diving into the surprising link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and early bone loss. We’ll tackle factors like chronic intermittent hypoxia and hormonal fluctuations in OSA disrupt bone balance which may accelerate bone loss and the need for comprehensive sleep evaluation and timely intervention, potentially through therapies like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

About Meghna Dassani
Dr. Meghna Dassani is passionate about promoting healthy sleep through dental practices. In following the ADA’s 2017 guideline on sleep apnea screening and treatment, she has helped many children and adults improve their sleep, their breathing, and their lives. Her books and seminars help parents and practitioners understand the essential roles of the tongue, palate, and jaw in promoting healthy sleep.
 
Connect with Dr. Meghna Dassani
Website: https://www.meghnadassani.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthysleeprevolution
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthysleeprevolution/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Lh_n7xmbhQVPGQrSjBIrw
Get a copy of Airway is Life: https://www.airwayislife.com

10 min