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Suneeta Sunny

'Child's Snoring Isn't Just A Noise, It's A Signal': Dentist Cautions Parents About Dangers Of Sleep Apnea

An estimated 1 billion people worldwide have sleep apnea. (Credit: image by pvproductions on Freepik)

Snoring in children might seem like an innocent quirk, but a California dentist warns it could signal a hidden health issue that if addressed early, could transform their well-being.

"Your child's snoring isn't just noise—it's a signal. Snoring, bedwetting, mouth breathing, daytime sleepiness, and difficulty focusing aren't just 'childhood quirks' or laziness. They're signs of a bigger issue that could impact your child for life: sleep-disordered breathing," Dr. Mark Burhenne a dentist in Sunnyvale, California cautions in a video on Instagram.

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