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Does Secondhand Smoke Put Your Child at Risk for Sleep Apnea?

June 8, 2021

Filed under: Uncategorized — @ 3:54 pm
a young girl holding her nose while an adult smokes in the car

As a sleep dentist, you are committed to providing exceptional care to both children and adults. With the number of sleep apnea cases rising in young people, it’s now more important than ever to spot early warning signs and recommend safe and reliable treatment options. When seeing a child who has been exposed to secondhand smoke, you’ll need to not only address the problem with the parent, but you’ll need to determine how best to care for the child, so they get the rest they need while being able to breathe freely. Read on to find out what you can do as a sleep dentist to ensure the child’s future health.

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