Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep apnea is an ongoing condition that disrupts your sleep
Sleep apnea is a potentially dangerous disorder in which a patient’s breathing repeatedly pauses or they experience shallow breaths while sleeping. Many people who are experiencing sleep apnea feel tired and irritable even after a full night’s sleep. 1 in 4 adults experiences sleep apnea.
Could sleep apnea be disrupting your sleep?
Are you exhausted throughout the day?
Have you been known to snore loudly?
Do you wake up gasping for air or choking?
Do you experience irritability during the day?
Do you wake up with a dry mouth or sore throat?
Have you been experiencing headaches in the morning?
Dental Sleep Apnea Solutions
Oral Appliances:
Oral appliances are custom made devices specifically designed to adjust the position of the lower jaw and tongue. Wearing these appliances while sleeping creates an unobstructed and open airway to help you breath easier. Please bring your oral appliance to your appointment and we will make sure that it is fitted properly.
Daytime-Nighttime Appliance (DNA):
DNA appliances are designed to permanently expand your jaw or correct other orthodontic concerns that may be obstructing an open airway. DNA appliances can offer a permanent solution for an obstructed airway.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP):
A CPAP machine uses a mask that fits over your mouth and/or nose and gently blows air into your throat. This constant air pressure helps keep your airway open while you sleep.
Surgery:
Surgery may be an option for those suffering from sleep apnea due to excess tissue restricting one’s airway. Surgery can remove excess tissue and also can be used to strengthen the airway walls by adding small pieces of plastic. We typically see surgery as a last case scenario and we work with our patients to find a solution to their sleep apnea that will be the most effective for their unique situation.
If you believe you are suffering from Sleep Apnea we highly advise having an initial consultation with one of our doctors to assess the gravity of the situation and develop a treatment plan for you.