Signs and symptoms associated with sleep apnea include:
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Loud snoring
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Episodes of breathing stopping during sleep witnessed by another person
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Abrupt awakenings accompanied by shortness of breath
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Awakening with a dry mouth or sore throat
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Morning headache
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Difficulty staying asleep (insomnia)
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Excessive daytime sleepiness (hypersomnia)
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Attentionproblems or ina
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bility to focus
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Irritability
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Short term memory loss
There are two ways to treat sleep apnea:
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CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) breathing Machine
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OSA (Oral Sleep Appliance)
CPAP is the standard of care, however many people can not tolerate a CPAP machine over their nose or mouth all night.
Oral sleep appliances are effective, non-invasive treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea of mild to moderate severity that fits into your lifestyle. A custom-fit oral sleep appliance can improve your sleep, restore your alertness, and overall improve your health and quality of life without the hassle of a CPAP machine.
Advantages of OSA therapy:
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Comfortable
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Quiet, as opposed to traditional CPAP
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Portable
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Easy to care for
Worn only during sleep, an OSA fits like a sports guard or an orthodontic retainer. It allows the jaw to rest in a more forward position to open the airway.
Treating sleep apnea promotes a healthier heart, body and mind. With the help of our dentist, you can improve your sleep and your health! Call 716-332-2444 today!