Sleep Apnea Treatment
Is snoring or sleep apnea ruining your life or the life of someone you know?
Recent research has led to the development of a simple and safe anti-snoring device that reduces or even eliminates snoring.
The device is similar to a mouthpiece that positions the lower jaw forward as you sleep.
The tongue, being attached to the lower jaw, is simultaneously pulled forward, which makes it less likely to fall back into the throat, block the airways and cause snoring.
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What Is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea often goes undetected, yet its consequences can be severe. Loud snoring disrupting sleep may be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
OSA is a breathing disorder where airway blockage, usually from a relaxed tongue, causes individuals to stop breathing at night. This interruption triggers a gasping, snorting response as the brain signals the need for oxygen.
Each apnea episode can last up to 30 seconds, occurring frequently throughout the night. This leads to a significant reduction in oxygen intake, potentially resulting in serious health issues like high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
A sleep study, or polysomnogram, is used to diagnose sleep apnea.
Don’t let sleep apnea jeopardize your health—seek diagnosis and treatment today.
Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Knowing the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea can help you identify and address this potentially serious condition:
- Loud or chronic snoring
- Choking, snorting or gasping for breath during sleep
- Long pauses in your breathing
- Daytime sleepiness, no matter how much time you spend in bed
- High blood pressure
- Forgetfulness and not being able to concentrate
- Moodiness, irritability, depression, changes in temperament
If you feel you might have sleep apnea, the first thing to do is undergo a sleep study and get a diagnosis from a certified sleep doctor.
Who is at risk?
Anyone can have sleep apnea, no matter their age or gender. Even children can have sleep apnea, which is commonly caused by enlarged tonsils and adenoids. However, some people are more at risk than others. You may have a higher risk of sleep apnea if you are:
- Overweight
- Male
- Related to someone with sleep apnea
- Over age 65
- African American, Hispanic, or Pacific Islander
- A smoker
Other risk factors include having a thick neck, deviated septum, receding chin, or enlarged tonsils or adenoids. Allergies have been known to contribute to sleep apnea.
We use the latest technology to help you stop snoring, improve your night’s sleep, and enhance your overall wellness.
If you need help in taking the next step toward a restful night’s sleep, then call Future of Dentistry today. We have five convenient locations in Wakefield (781-245-2299), Dracut (978-957-1811), Billerica (978-663-4303), North Andover (978-685-8313) and Chelmsford (978-970-2089). Please give us a call and experience the difference. You will be glad you did.
