If you have trouble sleeping or often feel exhausted during the day, you may be one of the over 12 million people in the United States with obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. What causes OSA? Understanding the factors behind the disorder can be the first step in recognizing your risk and seeking treatment, helping you… Read more »
Category: Sleep Apnea
Will An Oral Appliance Help You Sleep Better?
We have multiple treatment options to address obstructive sleep apnea. Previously, we discussed the ways a CPAP machine can help you breathe without interruption. Today, we’re going to look at how an oral appliance can help you sleep better. Do you need one to help you rest properly?
How Do CPAP Machines Work?
For sufferers of sleep apnea, treatment is crucial to improve quality of life and to avoid serious complications, such as depression, high blood pressure, or even heart attack or stroke in severe cases. We offer a number of treatments for common sleep disorders, such as an oral appliance or a CPAP machine. How do CPAP… Read more »
Am I At Risk of Developing Sleep Apnea?
Over 12 million people in the United States suffer from difficulty sleeping due to a serious disorder. OSA, or obstructive sleep apnea, can lead to sleep deprivation and eventually, serious complications. However, few people realize what risk factors can lead to the onset of the disorder and what lifestyle changes they can make to protect… Read more »
The Difference Between CPAP And Oral Appliance Treatment
When patients suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, their quality of life can be impacted. We understand and offer treatment to address sleep disorders, helping patients obtain the rest necessary to function properly. We actually offer two very different but effective treatment options. What’s the difference between CPAP and oral appliance treatment?
How Does Sleep Apnea Impact My Health?
When you have sleep apnea, you often stop breathing for brief periods at night. These periods of waking up to start breathing before airflow become obstructed again can happen hundreds of times, leaving you sleep deprived. How does sleep apnea impact your health? What dangers are associated with poor rest due to OSA?
How Will The Doctor Treat My OSA?
If we determine you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), then we will recommend treatment to help you rest better. Otherwise, sleep apnea can lead to serious complications for your overall health. How will the doctor treat your OSA? What options will best address your sleep issues, a CPAP machine or a custom-made oral appliance?
Ready For A Sleep Assessment?
Did you know that over ten million people in the United States suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, also known as OSA? There are a number of symptoms and warning signs, from exhaustion during the day to chronic snoring. To help people decide if they’re at risk and need to see a doctor for a diagnosis,… Read more »
Do You Need A CPAP Machine?
Last week we discussed oral appliances and how they can be used to treat obstructive sleep apnea, also known as OSA. Today, we’re going to take a look at another common treatment option: the CPAP machine. We can use this device to ensure patients enjoy uninterrupted breathing while sleeping. Otherwise, OSA can lead to exhaustion… Read more »
Do You Need A Sleep Appliance?
Snoring and sleep apnea are two related issues that can leave a patient, and his/her significant other, sleep deprived. In order to maintain optimal health, you need your rest. Fortunately, we can perform a sleep assessment and offer treatment for OSA and snoring related issues. Do you need a sleep appliance to combat your sleep… Read more »
