According to the National Sleep Foundation, over 18 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with sleep apnea. This potentially severe sleep disorder stops and starts you from breathing multiple times throughout the night, sometimes leaving you without air for over 10 seconds. When you deprive your body of oxygen, your heart and lungs have to work harder to pump blood, which means your heart and lungs don't get proper rest.
You may have talked to your doctor about your condition, but have you considered speaking with your dentist? Treatment options are available that help control sleep apnea so you can get a restful night's sleep.
As we understand more about sleep apnea, more treatment options become available. Some doctors recommend using a CPAP machine. But more and more dentists are recommending treatment through an oral appliance.
An oral appliance resembles a sports mouthguard, but it's worn while you sleep to prevent the soft tissues in the back of your throat from collapsing. These appliances reposition your jaw to allow continuous airflow while you sleep.
Oral appliances are customized to fit your mouth for maximum comfort and effectiveness.
Individuals with sleep apnea snore loudly and persistently, which may disrupt their own and their partner's sleep.
People with sleep apnea experience repeated interruptions in their breathing during sleep, known as apneas.
People with sleep apnea may awaken abruptly with a choking or gasping sensation, often after a breathing pause.
Sleep apnea can make it difficult to stay awake and alert during the day, so chronic drowsy symptoms may be due to sleep apnea.
Nocturia, or the need to urinate frequently during the night, is often associated with sleep apnea.
If you experience one of more of these symptoms, you may be wrestling with sleep apnea. This condition left untreated can lead to bigger health issues like heart disease, diabetes and a lower quality of life.
Pinnacle Dental offers sleep apnea treatment to patients through an oral appliance. Say goodbye to your uncomfortable CPAP machine, and hello to a restful night of sleep! Call our office today to learn more about our dental sleep apnea treatments in Grove City, or conveniently schedule your consultation!
