Sleep Apnea Treatment in Rockwall
Breathe Easy and Sleep Soundly
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder, the onset of which can mark the end of your ability to rest properly. Even if you don’t remember waking up, interference in your breathing disrupts your rest cycles. As a result, you lose the recuperative benefits of a full night’s sleep, which leads to worrying emotional and physical problems. Breathing interruptions also cause problems with your blood pressure that can make you more vulnerable to heart disease and other issues.
We provide custom corrective appliances that stop nightly breathing issues from cutting off your air and waking you up, which means you once again successfully complete your rest cycles!
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Do you often wake up feeling utterly exhausted, even after a full night’s sleep? Do you snore so loudly that it disrupts those around you? These are both signs that you might have sleep apnea–a condition that disrupts your breathing by pausing it. This can leave you feeling drained, irritable, and even at risk for more serious health problems.
Symptoms To Note
- Loud snoring
- Gasping for air during sleep
- Waking up with a dry mouth
- Getting morning headaches
- Difficulty staying asleep
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Attention and irritability problems
Sleep Apnea is a Problem You Should Take Seriously
There are a few things we need in our daily lives to stay healthy, and sleep is a vital one. Sleep apnea sufferers lose access to this kind of rest, which leads to problems with fatigue, negative moods, and difficulty managing existing mental and physical health conditions. Because sleep apnea affects breathing, changes in blood oxygen also force your heart to work harder, raising your blood pressure.
The longer you let these issues go unresolved, the more likely you are to suffer serious health issues. Dr. Jeffrey Minth is experienced with sleep apnea treatment and eager to help you restore your sleep to get your life back on track.
The Types of Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea: The most common form that occurs when throat muscles relax.
- Central sleep apnea: This occurs when your brain doesn’t send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing
- Complex sleep apnea: Also known as treatment-emergent central sleep apnea, which is a combination of both obstructive and central sleep apnea.
Using Appliance Therapy To Restore Proper Rest
Instead of asking you to depend on a CPAP machine to stay asleep at night, we can help by providing a custom oral appliance that deals with airway obstructions. Many of our patients benefit from these custom guards. If you suffer obstructive sleep apnea, your appliance will help by preventing changes in your jaw position that restrict your breathing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will you determine whether or not I have sleep apnea?
We diagnose sleep apnea through recognized symptoms or, sometimes, with a sleep study (polysomnogram), either at a sleep center or home. A board-certified sleep physician will review the results to determine if you have sleep apnea and how severe it is. Our team at The Right Dentist, led by Dr. Jeffrey Minth, will facilitate this diagnosis and guide you toward the right treatment.
Can dentists treat sleep apnea?
Yes, dentists like Dr. Jeffrey Minth play a significant role in the treatment of sleep apnea. If you have mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, we can provide you with a custom-made oral appliance to adjust the position of your lower jaw and tongue to help keep your airways open while you sleep. This treatment is comparable to CPAP therapy in effectiveness, but it is more comfortable and easier to use.
What is an oral appliance?
An oral appliance for sleep apnea is a device, much like a mouthguard, that is worn in your mouth while you sleep. It is custom-fit to your mouth and is designed to keep your airway open by either holding the tongue or supporting the jaw in a forward position. This treatment option can significantly reduce sleep apnea symptoms, improving sleep quality and overall health.
What are the advantages of oral appliances?
Oral appliances are comfortable, quiet, portable, and easy to wear. They don’t require power to use and are less invasive than CPAP machines or surgery. Many of our patients prefer them for convenience, making them an ideal solution for sleep apnea treatment.
Are there any other treatment options available?
For severe cases of sleep apnea, a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine might be better for your treatment. This device uses a mask that fits over your nose and mouth to gently blow air into your airway to keep it open while you sleep. Other treatments may include positional therapy, lifestyle changes such as weight loss, quitting smoking, or, in some cases, surgery.
How can I begin my journey to better sleep?
If you or a loved one are experiencing sleep apnea symptoms, don’t hesitate to seek help. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Minth at The Right Dentist. We’re here to help you on your path to healthier sleep and healthier life.
Improve Your Quality of Life With Our Sleep Apnea Treatment
The sooner you begin treatment for sleep apnea, the sooner you regain proper rest and protect your health! For more information on the role we can play in treatment, call The Right Dentist at (972) 771-2669!
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