Sleep Apnea Archives - Lanzi Burke Oral Surgery

How Can an Oral Surgeon Help You Sleep Better?

Posted on December 22, 2025January 5, 2026

If you’re constantly waking up tired, struggling with loud snoring, or gasping for air during the night, your airway may be to blame. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can disrupt your breathing many times per hour, preventing the deep, restorative rest your body needs. Although CPAP therapy and lifestyle changes help many patients, others need a more permanent solution. That’s where an oral and maxillofacial surgeon can make a difference. What Happens During Obstructive Sleep Apnea? In OSA, the airway becomes[…] Read More

Can Dental Implants Help Treat Sleep Apnea?

Posted on May 21, 2025May 27, 2025

Sleep apnea is a serious condition marked by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. It can lead to fatigue, memory problems, and an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. While CPAP machines and oral appliance therapy are the most well-known treatment options, dental implants may also play a supportive role, especially for patients missing teeth who struggle with oral appliance use. What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form of sleep apnea and[…] Read More

What Are the Symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

Posted on January 31, 2024February 28, 2024

Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition that makes it hard for sufferers to breathe at night. This kind of disrupted sleep results in low oxygen levels and constant fatigue and is associated with medical problems, such as high blood pressure, stroke, and heart attack. Sleep apnea is a serious disorder that can affect your quality of life. If you have any of the following symptoms, you may have sleep apnea and should see your doctor: What Causes Obstructive Sleep Apnea?[…] Read More

Can Sleep Apnea Affect Memory?

Posted on November 3, 2023December 13, 2023

South Jersey Oral Surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Treat Patients Suffering From TMJ Disorders or Trauma.

According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, more than 25 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, a disorder that continually interrupts breathing during sleep. While it has long been known that this diminished quality of sleep results in daytime fatigue, researchers have now confirmed that there is also a link between sleep apnea and memory. Cognitive decline is another name for the mild forgetfulness that sets in naturally with age. Mild cognitive impairment may be noticeable in that a person[…] Read More

Can the LAUP Procedure Help With Sleep Apnea?

Posted on October 17, 2023October 31, 2023

South Jersey Oral Surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Can Help You if You Have Sleep Apnea.

Snoring and other nose problems that interfere with breathing and airflow can lead to obstructive sleep apnea, particularly a deviated septum or polyps within the nasal passage. Smoking, allergies, congestion, colds, and other conditions causing nasal tissues to swell can also contribute to sleep apnea. Patients with chronic nasal conditions of this type may require surgical intervention to ease sleep apnea, such as the laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP) procedure. What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the tongue[…] Read More