Sleep Disordered Breathing for Children

Your kids may suffer from Sleep Disordered Breathing in which your child’s breathing is completely or partially blocked during sleep. This is a serious condition and it may happen several times a night during sleep. There are some basic differences between Sleep Disordered Breathing in Kids and in adults. Adults who are suffering from Sleep Disordered Breathing may have daytime sleepiness. However, kids are more likely to have behavioral problems. Early diagnosis and proper treatment of Sleep Disordered Breathing for Children are important to prevent certain complications.

During night, symptoms of pediatric sleep disordered breathing might include:

Designing A Custom Treatment Plan

We know that sleep-disordered breathing is treatable. Not only that, but there are many options for effective treatment. Dr. Simi Silver will design a custom treatment plan for your child. This plan will be set up to achieve the best results for your child, and it will be based on:

• The severity of the condition
• The cause of your child’s breathing problems
• Your child’s anatomy
• Your child’s adaptability and/or acceptance of treatment
• Limitations of budget, schedule, and more
• Our professional judgment

We consider your child’s anatomy, ability to participate in treatment, your budget, and ability to commit to time needed for treatment.