How Sleep Apnea Could Be Aging You Faster

You work hard to fight the signs of aging.  You eat a (mostly) nutritious diet, you wear an SPF when you go outside, and you try to get as much physical activity as you can. But what happens if all your efforts become counterbalanced by your sleep schedule? For patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) this isn’t just a nightmare scenario: it could already be happening in real time. Here’s a closer look at how sleep disorders like OSA can make you age faster, and how your dentist (yes, really!) can help you turn back the hands of time!