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Mount Kisco, New York, United States
Cosmetic smile makeovers, Invisalign, laser, Implants, Lumineers, Snap on Smiles, DaVinci & Mac Veneers, Cerec, periodontal, headache/TMJ therapy, facial pain, snoring/sleep apnea, high speed braces, sedation. He practices an aggressive approach toward treating chronic gum diseases known to be linked with heart disease, diabetes, and other medical problems. He is known as the "doctor's dentist" because so many physicians choose him as their dentist, seeking his expertise in treating both themselves and their families. Member of the NY, CT and American Dental Associations, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Academy of General Dentistry, & the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Abel has become known in Westchester as the leading cosmetic dentist for people who want to have a radiant smile, look younger & feel better about their teeth. With sedation dentistry, even patients who are very fearful can enjoy a great smile, having years of neglect taken care of, often in one visit while they sleep comfortably. For More Information: www.WestchesterTopDentist.com 103 South Bedford Road Mount Kisco, NY 10549 (914) 241-2242 DrAbelsOffice@aol.com

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Sleep Apnea Affects Children too! Tips for Parents

Does your child snore?
Snoring in children can mean something is seriously wrong!

Snoring is the best indicator of sleep apnea in kids
Apnea in kids is serious
Apnea in kids has dangerous consequences for developing brains

Parent's Information

What can you do?

Look at your child. Listen to your child.

Posture:
Have your child stand so you can see their profile. Is their head in front of their shoulders? "Head forward" posture can be a sign that your child is attempting to open his/her airway to breath better.


Face:
Are your child's lips chapped? Mouth breathers usually have chapped lips. If your child is a mouth breather, the tongue is in the floor of the mouth instead of the roof of the mouth. Watch your child while sleeping. Look at his/her lips and listen to the breathing. If he/she is snoring, takes short pauses while breathing, or has his/her lips apart, discuss these findings with your pediatrician.


Teeth:
Are your child's teeth crowded? The lips, cheeks and tongue are very strong muscles. The lips and cheeks push in while the tongue pushes out. These muscles must be in balance in order for the teeth to erupt into the correct position. If the tongue is not in the proper position in the roof of the mouth, proper balance is impossible.


Swallow:
Give your child a glass of water and watch him/her swallow. During a correct swallow, the tongue is in the roof of the mouth. If your child squirts his/her tongue forward and you can see it, or if there is an unusual amount of head, neck, and facial muscle movement during the swallow, talk to your pediatrician or dentist.


If you suspect your child has a sleep disorder, talk to your pediatrician. A sleep study is the gold standard for diagnosing sleep disordered breathing/sleep apnea. If your pediatrician does not order a sleep study, get a second opinion.


For more detailed information call us at: (914) 241-2242

http://www.westchestertopdentist.com/

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