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If you’ve been told you snore loudly or often wake up feeling unrested, you might be dealing with more than just a noisy night’s sleep. With more than 200,000 cases being diagnosed every year, sleep apnea is a serious condition that can disrupt your rest and impact your health.
At East Brainerd Dentistry, we offer tailored oral appliances to help manage sleep apnea, so you can enjoy peaceful nights and healthier days.
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This happens because the muscles in your throat relax, which can block your airway and disrupt normal breathing. The pauses in breathing can last from 10 to 30 seconds, leading to interrupted rest and lower oxygen levels in your body.
Sleep apnea can cause daytime fatigue and other health complications if left untreated. That’s why addressing the disorder is crucial not just for better sleep, but for feeling healthier and more energized every day.
What are the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?
- Loud snoring
- Choking or gasping during sleep
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Morning headaches
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability
How is Sleep Apnea Diagnosed?
Diagnosing sleep apnea typically involves a sleep study at a specialized clinic to which we will refer you. The study monitors your breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and other vital functions during sleep to determine if sleep apnea is present and how severe it is.
Once diagnosed, we can recommend the most appropriate treatment options to improve your sleep quality.
How Can We Treat Sleep Apnea?
At East Brainerd Dentistry, we offer custom-made oral appliances designed to treat sleep apnea effectively. These devices work by repositioning your lower jaw and tongue to keep your airway open during sleep.
Comfortable and easy to use, our oral appliances are designed and fabricated specifically to your mouth’s anatomy, providing a non-invasive and reliable solution for improved sleep and health.
Some of our sleep apnea appliances include:
- The Somnodent
- A Herbst appliance
- The TAP appliance
- The Moses appliance
How Can We Treat Sleep Apnea?
- Decrease in blood pressure
- Less inflammation
- Increased energy during the day
- Deeper, more restful sleep
- Increased focus with family and at work
Get Effective Sleep Apnea Treatment at East Brainerd Dentistry
If you’re struggling with sleep apnea, don’t wait to seek help. Schedule a consultation with East Brainerd Dentistry today to explore how our custom oral appliances can help you sleep better and feel healthier.
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