Myth: CPAP Machines are loud.
Fact: Newer CPAP machines are quiet and compact.
Myth: Only obese or overweight people have sleep apnea.
Fact: Sleep apnea is not exclusive to those who are overweight. Age can play more of a role then weight. Commonly patients are diagnosed in middle-age when a natural loss in muscle tone has attributed to the airway obstruction.
Myth: CPAP masks are large and uncomfortable.
Fact: CPAP masks continue to evolve and improve, the newer styles are minimal, lightweight, and comfortable.
Myth: It is impossible to travel with CPAP.
Fact: CPAP machines are compact, and many come with a carry case. Often, considered a free carry on with Airlines in addition to your other carry on.
Myth: Oral appliances are better than CPAP therapy.
Fact: Oral appliances are not recommended to treat moderate to severe sleep apnea and are often uncomfortable and painful.
Myth: If I lose weight, I will not need CPAP.
Fact: Weight is not the only consideration for sleep apnea, so although it may help it is unlikely that therapy will no longer be needed after weight loss.
