Sleep Apnea and Snoring Treatment

Is snoring dangerous?

The short answer is, maybe. While snoring is a common complaint, it’s also a possible indication that something more serious could be happening. If you or a loved one is experiencing issues with snoring, it’s a good idea to visit your doctor or dentist to rule out any potential health problems.  

What causes snoring?

While you sleep, the muscles that keep your airway open during your waking hours are relaxed. The sound of snoring emanates from tissues vibrating as breath passes along the narrow section of your airway.

What makes snoring potentially dangerous?

Snoring can be a warning sign that you may have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that occurs when your air passage becomes temporarily blocked, causing breathing to stop several times throughout the night. During these episodes, the brain is depleted of oxygen. Obstructive Sleep Apnea may increase your risk for heart attack or stroke while also causing you to spend less time in the deep restorative sleep required for energy renewal and mental sharpness.  

If I snore, does it mean I have Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

According to Dr. Robert L. Owens of the Sleep Disorders Research Program at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, “Most people who snore don't have obstructive sleep apnea, but most people who have apnea snore.”

In other words, while it doesn’t mean that you have OSA, it’s important to visit the doctor or dentist to rule it out.  

How do I know for sure if my snoring is part of a more serious problem?

Common signs of sleep apnea include the following:

• Daytime Sleepiness

• Snoring

• High Blood Pressure

• Weight Issues

• Frequent Irritability

• Wake Up Groggy

• Inability to Concentrate

• Moodiness

Though this list of symptoms may be helpful as a reference, the only true way to determine if your snoring is part of OSA is to visit a professional. Our team offers a complimentary consultation to help evaluate your current sleep issues.

What can I do if I do have OSA?

If you are diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, we offer an FDA approved device that is similar to a simple mouthguard used in athletics. This comfortable and convenient solution can help you sleep better and wake up refreshed. The benefits of our sleep solution include:

• No bulky face mask required

One of the most common solutions to OSA is a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine. Though effective, CPAP machines are far from convenient and comfortable. Patients must wear a bulky face mask connected by a hose to an electric device that maintains positive air pressure while they sleep. Traveling with a CPAP, regular cleaning and maintenance, finding comfortable positions to sleep while wearing it, and other related issues make this choice less appealing to many.  

• Personalized for you

We design a personalized oral appliance that will keep the jaw in a forward position while you sleep, allowing your airway to remain open for an uninterrupted, better night’s sleep. It is small, portable, quiet, comfortable, and highly effective.

How can sleep apnea treatments help me?

Sleep apnea treatments can help patients experience a number of benefits including:

• More Energy

• Better Night’s Sleep

• Quieter Sleep

• Increased Focus

• Increased Clarity

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If you or a loved one is experiencing sleep-related issues like snoring, please contact us today for a free consultation.