{"id":306,"date":"2025-07-03T02:49:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T02:49:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.murphydentalhome.com\/blog\/?p=306"},"modified":"2025-08-25T03:15:06","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T03:15:06","slug":"sleep-apnea-can-children-have-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.murphydentalhome.com\/blog\/2025\/07\/03\/sleep-apnea-can-children-have-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Bedtime Battle: Can Children Experience Sleep Apnea?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Watching your child sleep in their bed can be one of the sweetest moments of your entire day. While taking in how peaceful they look, you suddenly jolt because of the loud snore they let out or the heavy mouth breathing they experience. If this catches you off guard, you\u2019re not alone. Many parents are unsure what is \u201cnormal\u201d and what is worrisome enough to seek the help of a trusted professional. Keep reading to discover what symptoms to look for that might indicate sleep apnea<\/a> and when you should see a sleep expert for additional insight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Are Children Prone to Developing Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Researchers have found that between 7 and 11 percent of children have some form of sleep breathing disorder (i.e., snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, etc.). Those who have OSA tend to fall between 1 and 6 percent; however, the symptoms associated with sleep apnea \u2013 no matter which type \u2013 often affect nearly 95 percent of all children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it is more commonly found among adults, children are not immune to developing a serious sleep breathing disorder. This is why seeing an expert can put your child on the right path to better breathing, speaking, and enjoying all types of food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Symptoms Exist Among Children with Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you notice that your child is experiencing any of the following while they are asleep, do not hesitate to reach out to your dentist\u2019s office for help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n