Sweet Dreams.
There's nothing sweeter than a sleeping child's face. But for some children, sleep is a problem. In fact, sleep disturbances in some form are seen in as many as 25 to 30 percent of infants and children. They may range from insufficient sleep, bedtime settling problems and sleep walking, to sleep apnea and narcolepsy.
Since 1985, Mission's Sleep Center has provided service in the evaluation and treatment of all types of children's sleep disorders. The center features a dedicated pediatric bedroom and is one of approximately 600 sleep programs accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in the United States. The center is staffed by certified sleep physicians and technologists trained in sleep medicine for adults and children.
- Poor school performance
- Sluggishness or sleepiness, often misinterpreted as laziness in the classroom
- Daytime mouth breathing and swallowing difficulty
- Inward movement of the ribcage when inhaling
- Unusual sleeping positions, such as sleeping on the hands and knees, or with the neck hyper-extended
- Excessive sweating at night
- Learning and behavioral disorders
- Bedwetting
- Sleepwalking
Whatever the sleep problem, we're here to help. Our experienced staff can provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment programs that will allow your child to sleep better and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Pediatric Sleep services are available by referral only, so speak to your Primary Care Provider about what is best for your child.
If you would like more information on Pediatric Sleep Services call us at 828-213-1740.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
- Audible breathing interruptions at night
- Poor attention span
- Falling asleep in class
- Snoring every night
About 75 percent of children diagnosed with OSA will undergo the surgical removal of the tonsils and adenoid glands to clear the airway. Another effective treatment, especially for those with neuromuscular conditions or obesity, is called the BiPAP (bi-level positive airway pressure), a ventilation device worn at night.
Children with Neuromuscular and Muscle Weakness Disorders
To learn more about muscle weakness and neuromuscular disorders, you may wish to visit the following websites:
United Cerebral Palsy - www.ucp.org
National Association for Down Syndrome - www.nads.org
Muscular Dystrophy Association - www.mda.org
Parasomnias
- Potentially dangerous behavior
- Extreme disturbance of other household members
- Excessive sleepiness during the day
Physician:
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| Dr. Bruce Bacot |
Contact Mission Pediatric Sleep Services
Whatever the sleep problem, we're here to help. Our experienced staff can provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment programs that will allow your child to sleep better and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Pediatric Sleep services are available by referral only, so speak to your Primary Care Provider about what is best for your child. If you would like more information on Pediatric Sleep Services call us at 828-213-1740 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Phone: 828-213-1740
Location:
5 Vanderbilt Park Drive
Suite 302
Asheville, NC 28803
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