Sleep apnea describes a condition that causes brief but repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. Each pause lasts at least 10 seconds, and you can experience hundreds of them per night.
The sleep interruptions happen when muscles at the back of your throat collapse and don’t keep your airway open. Your brain detects a lack of oxygen and a buildup of carbon dioxide, so it awakens you to resume normal breathing. You may not be aware of these pauses, but they do disturb your normal sleep cycle.
Heavy, frequent snoring is often a telltale sign of sleep apnea. Other common signs include:
Persistent sleep apnea can cause oxygen starvation and sleep deprivation, which can lead to mood problems and increase your risk of heart disease and hypertension.
Invisalign treatments correct smiles with a variety of problems, including:
Dr. Doe maps out your smile goal and how the aligners will gradually make it happen. On average, the Invisalign treatment takes 12-18 months. Adults and teens benefit from treatment.
Dental appliances offer an effective solution for mild to moderate sleep apnea, or for anyone who can’t tolerate the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine.
Customized dental appliances move your lower jaw forward, which effectively increases the size of the airway, or restrains the tongue from falling back and blocking the airway. Both have the effect of keeping the airway open to prevent the sleep disturbances associated with sleep apnea.
Patients report they find oral appliances much more comfortable to use than the noisy, bulky CPAP machine. Other benefits include:
Most people experience a difference in their sleep apnea symptoms after one night of using an oral appliance. The devices also treat the snoring associated with sleep apnea, making for a quieter bedroom for you and your partner.
If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, consider a dental appliance as a quick, effective, and non intrusive solution. Call Dr. Doe’s office or book an appointment online today.
John Doe, DDS
1234 Main St
Anytown, ZZ 12345
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