Have your loved ones started to mention their concern over your loud or aggressive snoring? Well, if they have, then they really might have a point. This is one of the most frequent signs that someone is struggling with a sleep disorder called chronic obstructive sleep apnea, which affects approximately 30 million Americans every night. It happens during your deepest form of sleep, when the body acts a little differently; if the tissue of the throat or palate blocks airway, it prevents you from drawing a full breath. OSA is more than just an inconvenience, too.
When you’re ready to refresh your rest, tell Dr. James R. Stewart in Livonia, MI about it. Our office is built to help people just like you find their way forward after experience obstructive sleep apnea symptoms like snoring and poor sleep. We also know that, for some people, the idea of traditional treatment options like CPAP is just too much to handle. That’s why we offer a different way in oral appliance therapy, which uses mandibular advancement to do the job.
Obstructive sleep apnea can contribute to some serious health issues like heart attack and stroke. Schedule a time to talk with Dr. James R. Stewart, D.D.S., P.C. about ways to improve your rest.
What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Anyway?
There are different levels to your rest. The deepest form is called REM, or rapid eye movement, and during this time, your body acts a little differently than it does during waking hours. Muscles can become so relaxed that it actually becomes a problem, too.
You see, a common sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea happens when the throat or palate tissue prevents you from drawing a full breath. OSA can cause loud or intrusive snoring, which is often the first noticeable sign. So, if your family has started to bring it up, let’s talk about it.
Mandibular Advancement Offers A Quieter OSA Treatment
So, if you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, it’s time to find a course of treatment that works for you. Traditional choices like CPAP can be noisy or uncomfortable, and that can cause patients to stop using their treatment. Well, without compliance, it’s tough to fight back against OSA.
We understand that not everyone is built for CPAP, and that’s why we offer a different way forward. With oral appliance therapy, a small mouthguard-like device shifts the position of the jaw slightly. Often, simple mandibular advancement is enough to keep the airway free while patients sleep.
Learn More With Dr. James R. Stewart, D.D.S., P.C.
When you’re tired of waking up tired, see about a different sleep apnea treatment solution. To find out more about mandibular advancement for OSA, call Dr. Stewart, D.D.S., P.C. in Livonia, MI at 734-425-4400.
