- If you sleep flat and suffer from GERD (acid reflux), stomach acid can creep up your esophagus overnight—causing heartburn, coughing, or even tooth enamel erosion.
- If your head is too elevated, it may strain your neck.
- Fix: Use a wedge pillow or raise the head of your bed 6–8 inches (not just extra cushions).
✅ 3. Mouth Breathing All Night: Dryness & Oral Health Issues
- Signs: Waking with dry mouth, bad breath, or sore throat.
- Risks: Increased plaque, gum disease, and disrupted sleep (often linked to sleep apnea).
- Fix: Address nasal congestion; consider seeing a doctor if you snore loudly or gasp for air.
✅ 4. Consistently Poor Sleep Posture + Existing Conditions
- With sleep apnea: Sleeping on your back can worsen airway collapse. Side sleeping often helps.
- With shoulder pain: Sleeping on the affected side can aggravate it.
- With heartburn or pregnancy: Left-side sleeping is often recommended.
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