Although sleep apnea is a problem that directly affects you during the night, it is one that can create serious problems for you during the day. As you leave this condition untreated, you can steadily lose out on restful sleep, which will leave you with less energy as you take care of work, run errands, and generally try to take care of different activities. It can also create problems for your mood, and it can take a toll on your physical health. Our Livonia/Detroit, MI dentist’s office can help you if you are struggling with this problem. While we can talk to you about using a CPAP machine, you should know that oral appliance therapy can actually help you breathe without difficulty and once again enjoy proper rest.
Untreated Sleep Apnea Robs You Of Proper Rest
Why do people who struggle with sleep apnea feel so fatigued even after a full night’s rest? The breathing obstructions that affect you while you rest will force your body into an awoken state, effectively stopping you from proceeding through your rest cycles. When this happens, your body is not able to do as much as it should to take care of itself. This can lead to lower energy levels, problems with irritability and inattentiveness, and even a sluggishness that can lead to you falling asleep at inopportune times. This condition is also connected to problems with higher blood pressure, which will make you more vulnerable to more serious health issues.
What Your Dentist Can Do To Treat Sleep Apnea
If you have problems with obstructive sleep apnea, we can use a custom oral appliance to keep your airways open. The appliance is custom-made to fit your jaw. When you keep it in place, it will make the necessary adjustment to keep soft tissues in your throat from closing, which means you can breathe easily throughout the night!
Know Your Sleep Apnea Risks
When you know the risk factors for sleep apnea, you can have an easier time realizing that something may be wrong. Being overweight, having a large neck, a family history of sleep troubles, and a deviated septum can make you vulnerable to this condition. The sooner you look into treatment, the sooner you can make sure that this issue is addressed, and that you are safe from complications.
Talk To Your Livonia/Detroit, MI Dentist About Treating Sleep Apnea
Through treatment for sleep apnea, we can help you enjoy a better night’s rest, and we can make it easier for you to avoid issues with fatigue, high blood pressure, and other issues connected to sleep apnea. Our practice is happy to meet with you and discuss this or any other problem. To find out more, contact your Livonia, MI, dentist, Dr. Stewart, by calling (734) 425-4400.
