Good sleep is essential for good health. An estimated 22 million adults
in the U.S. suffer sleep deprivation from obstructive sleep apnea, and
80% of them are undiagnosed.
Sleep apnea is linked to:
Cardiovascular disease
Type 2 diabetes
Weight gain
Systemic inflammation
Depression
If you experience symptoms such as snoring, trouble concentrating, or daytime
fatigue, our Dental Sleep Medicine team can help.
What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
When you sleep, the muscles in your throat relax so much that your airway
temporarily collapses, and you may stop breathing. This triggers you to
wake up briefly so you can breathe again. You usually won’t remember
any of these brief micro-arousals in the morning, but they can happen
as often as 100 times an hour.
We use a collaborative approach to treat sleep apnea with your physician’s
help. We can create a small, custom-made oral appliance, worn only while
sleeping, that moves your jaw and tongue slightly forward, preventing
your throat from closing when your muscles relax. This device can significantly
improve sleep and the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and can be especially
effective for people who are intolerant of CPAP.
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