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If three or more of these apply to you, there may be cause for concern. Please let us know so that we can discuss this further.

1. I have been told that I snore.
2. I have been told that I stop breathing when I sleep, although I may have no recollection of this.
3. I am always sleepy during the day, even if I sleep throughout the night, and get seven or more hours of sleep.
4. I have high blood pressure.
5. I have been told that I sleep restlessly. I am always tossing and turning while asleep.

6. I frequently awaken with headaches in the morning.
7. I tend to fall asleep during inappropriate situations.
8. Others and/or I have noticed a recent change in my personality.
9. I am overweight.
10. The diameter of my neck is at least 17 inches (16 for women).

EPWORTH SLEEPINESS SCALE

In contrast to just feeling tired, how likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations? Even if you have not done some of these things recently, try to work out how they would have affected you. Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number or each situation.

0 = Would never doze

1 = Slight chance of dozing

2 = Moderate chance of dozing

3 = High chance of dozing

SITUATION

Sitting and reading

Watching TV

Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g., in a theatre)

As a car passenger for an hour without a break

Lying down to rest in the afternoon

Sitting and talking to someone

Sitting quietly after lunch (without alcohol)

In a car, while stopping for a few minutes in traffic

TOTAL SCORE =

CHANCE OF DOZING (0-3)

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0-10 normal

10-12 borderline

12-24 abnormal

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Do you have a damaged smile? If so, Dr. Kallie Krugman offers a variety of restorative treatments at Smiles Dental P.C. to improve the health, function and appearance of your smile. Schedule an appointment with our dentist in Norfolk, Nebraska. Call our office at 402-371-9552 today.

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