How Do We Treat Sleep Apnea?

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Sleep apnea impacts millions of Americas. If you have OSA, you can experience exhaustion and difficulty sleeping, which can have a serious impact on your overall quality of life. If you suffer from OSA, what should you do? How do we treat sleep apnea? We have multiple treatment options available to help address the issue!

Try Our Quiz on Sleep Apnea Treatment

  1. True or False: We may recommend an oral appliance.
  2. True or False: A CPAP machine can often help address OSA.
  3. True or False: You can make changes to your daily life.
  4. True or False: Without treatment, serious complications can arise.

Answer Key

  1. True. The appliance is worn at night and looks and functions like a nightguard. However, the device also moves the jaw forward slightly, enough to keep airways open and prevent soft tissue collapse. The appliance will be custom-made to ensure a comfortable fit. For many patients, this is the most preferable option for treating OSA issues.
  2. True. A CPAP machine is worn at night. The machine sends air through a tube into a mask the patient wears over the nose and mouth. The pumped air keeps the airways unobstructed, allowing the patient to breathe without interruption.
  3. True. We may recommend losing weight, sleeping on your side instead of your back, and avoiding alcohol or caffeine before bed. We also recommend maintaining a regular sleep schedule.
  4. True. Over time, sleep apnea can lead to the onset of high blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Untreated OSA has also been linked to moodiness and even depression. If you have any questions about treating OSA then contact our office today.

Interested in Our Sleep Apnea Treatments?

At James Stewart, DDS, we recommend one of multiple treatment options to help you sleep better. Dr. Stewart and our compassionate staff serve patients of all ages from Livonia, MI, as well as Farmington Hills, Farmington, Plymouth, Northville, Novi, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Garden City, Westland, Redford, and the surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation, call our office today at (734) 425-4400.