Common Symptoms of People with a Compromised Airway
We understand that these symptoms can be challenging and we are here to screen and help connect you with the correct provider.
Common Symptoms Associated With A Compromised Airway
Individuals with a compromised airway may experience a variety of symptoms that can significantly impact their daily lives. These symptoms encompass physical, behavioral, and respiratory issues.
Potential Behavioral and Sleep-Related Symptoms:
Grinding and clenching teeth at night
Bedwetting in children
Waking frequently to use the bathroom
Nightmares or night terrors
Behavioral issues such as, concentration, anger, moodiness, unexplained agitation, and anxiety
Restless sleep and difficulty waking up in the morning
Daytime fatigue
Sleepwalking
Sucking habits
Restless leg syndrome
Potential Respiratory and Oral Health Symptoms:
Snoring, heavy breathing, and mouth breathing
Asthma and exercise-induced asthma
Allergies and a deviated septum
Enlarged tonsils and/or adenoids
Difficulty breathing through the nose and swallowing
Stopping breathing while sleeping (sleep apnea)
Dry mouth upon waking
Frequent colds and ear infections
Difficulty swallowing or choking
'Potential Dental and Postural Symptoms:
Crowded teeth and inadequate spacing between baby teeth
"Buck teeth", thumb sucking, overbite, and open-mouth posture
Under-developed arches, impacted wisdom teeth, and a gummy smile
Headaches, migraines, neck pain, shoulder pain, and back pain
Forward head posture and slouching
Ringing in the ears and lockjaw
Potential Additional Health Symptoms:
Weight issues and thyroid issues
Slow growth in children
Weak immune system
*Diagnosis requires evaluation by the appropriate medical provider. We coordinate with your medical team and do not replace medical care.
Experiencing any combination of these symptoms can be challenging. At The Airway Center, we are dedicated to screening and connecting patients to an appropriate provider.
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*Information on this site is general and educational and is not a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or guarantee of results. Orthodontic appliances described here are used for orthodontic purposes. Obstructive sleep apnea is a medical condition that requires diagnosis by a qualified provider. Oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea is provided using FDA cleared devices in coordination with the treating physician.
