Artistic rendering of a sleeping man's face dealing with obstructive sleep apnea.

What Causes Your Airway to Collapse While You Sleep?

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when your upper airway repeatedly narrows or closes while you sleep, temporarily restricting airflow even though your body continues trying to breathe. Your anatomy, muscle activity, sleeping position, and other factors can all contribute to this obstruction. At Sultan Center for Oral Facial Surgery, Dr. Leslie Sultan evaluates the structural

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