SLEEP APNEA RELIEF WITHOUT THE MASK Say Goodbye to CPAP Struggles
If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of restless nights or keep waking up feeling like you never slept, the culprit might not be nightmares; it could be your oral health. According to the American Medical Association, sleep apnea affects more than 30 million people in the U.S. This disorder can significantly reduce your quality of life, causing fatigue, poor concentration, and even increasing your risk of serious health issues. Sleep apnea and dental health problems like teeth grinding, dry mouth, and TMJ are linked, and your dentist may be able to help. While CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machines are the gold standard for treatment, not everyone can tolerate them. One of the next best alternatives is oral sleep appliances. These small, custom-made devices reposition your jaw slightly
during sleep to help keep your airway open. They are non-surgical, removable, and much easier to travel with than a CPAP machine, making it a safe and effective option for many people. Our office offers sleep appliances for patients diagnosed with sleep apnea by a sleep medicine professional and looking for an alternative to CPAPs. Our team has completed advanced training with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and remains current with continuing education and certification. There’s no cookie-cutter solution here. We choose from several different types of sleep appliances and fit the one best suited to your mouth, teeth, and specific needs. It’s not a silver bullet or magic wand that will eliminate your snoring or sleep
interruptions. But it can significantly improve your sleep, reduce apnea events, and, more importantly, improve your overall quality of life. We begin treatment with a quantitative assessment to understand your sleep patterns and associated dental issues, but our main goal is to improve how you feel. We want to help you have more restful nights, less fatigue, and better focus throughout the day. If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and struggle with your CPAP, contact us today to learn more about our sleep appliances. A better night’s sleep may just be a dentist visit away.
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