What is Sleep Apnea Treatment?

Sleep apnea affects millions of people worldwide and can have a serious impact on your quality of life. Most often, being overweight, obese, or having other respiratory issues can increase your chances of developing sleep apnea. The condition is caused by the soft tissues at the very back of the throat relaxing and covering the airway. This results in loud snoring and cessations in your breathing throughout the night, which causes you to continually wake up to catch your breath. We offer a simple oral device appliance that opens the airway, eliminating sleep apnea symptoms.

Dr. Allicia Lucich

Why might Sleep Apnea Treatment be needed?

Sleep apnea is a medical condition that can seriously impact your way of life. Because you’re not sleeping properly, you’ll find that you are too exhausted to do anything throughout the day. You may even find yourself falling asleep on the job or when trying to spend time with your loved ones. The loud snoring at night can even be disruptive to your loved ones, causing them to stay awake as well.

CPAP Alternative: Oral Appliance Therapy

CPAP machines, masks, and hose connections are cumbersome and difficult. Some Sinus or respiratory concerns may make the traditional CPAP mask intolerable.

Dentists who specialize in sleep apnea management may provide an oral appliance to support the airway under the direction of your sleep specialist or physician. The oral appliance is like a nightguard and is designed to adjust the position of the lower jaw to help prevent the soft tissue from blocking the airway.

What happens during Sleep Apnea Treatment?

We will take impressions of your mouth and teeth. These molds are then used to make the appliance that you’ll wear. You will come into the office to have the appliance fitted and adjusted as needed. You should wear the device each night for it to work effectively at treating your sleep apnea. We can then replace the device as it begins to wear or becomes damaged. Sleep apnea patients find that these oral devices are incredibly comfortable and highly effective at treating the condition.

Who is a candidate for Sleep Apnea Treatment?

Patients with more mild sleep apnea symptoms can often benefit from the oral device that we make for them in the office. This device works by opening the airway, which makes it easier for you to breathe while you sleep. We will go over your health and medical history to ensure that treatment is right for you. If you have sleep apnea, it is important to consider treatment to improve your quality of life.

Interested in Finding Out More About Sleep Apnea Treatment?

If you are ready to find out more about sleep apnea treatment? Please contact our offices to schedule your consultation. A minimum $100 deposit is required to book your appointment.