Dry Mouth at 2 a.m.? Fixes That Actually Work
If you’re waking up parched in the middle of the night—even though you’ve got your CPAP mask on or your room seems fine—you’re not alone. Dry mouth is one of the most common complaints among people managing obstructive sleep apnea, especially those using positive airway pressure therapy. It’s more than just a nuisance. Chronic dry […]
Tweaking Bedtimes Based on Chronotype for Better Apnea Control
If you’ve been struggling with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) despite using a CPAP or other therapy, your chronotype might be part of the problem. A mismatch between your body’s natural rhythm and your actual sleep schedule can reduce the effectiveness of apnea treatments. Knowing whether you’re a morning lark, night owl, or somewhere in between […]
Larks, Owls, and Hummingbirds: Why Chronotype Matters
Ever wonder why some people rise with the sun while others do their best thinking after midnight? That difference boils down to something called yourchronotype—your biological preference for sleep and wake times. While your schedule might be dictated by school, work, or family, your internal body clock may have other plans. Understanding your chronotype can […]
STOP-Bang vs. Berlin Questionnaire: Key Differences
When evaluating the risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), healthcare providers rely on simple tools to screen patients before ordering formal diagnostic tests. Two of the most common options are the STOP-Bang questionnaire and the Berlin Questionnaire. Although both aim to assess sleep apnea risk, they use different criteria, scoring systems, and approaches. Understanding the […]
Interpreting Your STOP-Bang Score Correctly
The STOP-Bang questionnaire is one of the most widely used tools in sleep medicine to assess the risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Simple and quick, it covers eight yes/no questions that give clinicians a strong indication of whether further testing is needed. But for many people, scoring themselves online or through a screening tool […]
User Stories: What My Scan Result Prompted Me to Do
AI facial scanning has become a simple yet powerful tool for assessing risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). But what happens after the scan? Real people are using these results to change their health trajectory—some catching problems they never suspected, others finally confirming what they felt all along. This post shares first-hand accounts of how […]
Behind the Algorithm: How Facial Angles Predict Risk
When it comes to sleep apnea, the structure of your face might be saying more than you think. Advances in facial scanning technology now allow for non-invasive apnea risk detection using nothing more than a quick selfie. But how exactly does it work? The secret lies in the angles—specifically, the geometric relationships between your jaw, […]
Mask Marks on Face: Cushion Types Compared
Waking up with deep creases, red patches, or tender skin from your CPAP mask? You’re not alone. Facial marks are among the most common complaints from people using positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). While they might seem like a minor cosmetic issue, these pressure marks often point to improper mask […]