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Sleep Apnea Treatment

Say Goodbye To Snoring And Hello To Better Sleep

If yes, you might be suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts while you’re asleep. This condition is commonly caused by obesity, large neck circumference, a family history of snoring and sleep apnea, smoking, alcohol consumption, and sedative drug use. It can cause loud snoring and episodes of choking or gasping during sleep, leading to poor-quality sleep.

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed here, schedule an appointment and get the help you need for a healthy sleep routine. We are your gateway to oral health and wellness, helping you achieve healthy teeth and a healthy sleep routine for your overall well-being. We take sleep apnea treatment seriously because neglecting sleep apnea can have severe consequences for your health and daily life.

Symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

  • Acid Reflux

  • Heavy/loud snoring

  • Dry throat

  • Obesity

  • Struggling with/periodic loss of breath while sleeping

  • Daytime drowsiness

  • Poor sleep quality

  • Difficulty with concentration and memory

  • Morning headaches

  • Frequent trips to the bathroom at night

  • How we diagnose periodontal disease and decay

    Because we’re committed to preventive dentistry, we recommend that all of our patients see us at least every six months for a routine cleaning and examination. Dental problems start out small but can quickly worsen to become much more serious conditions. These problems are much easier to treat when we catch them early. Radio graphs are part of the regular check and can catch tooth decay early on.

    Serious conditions begin as treatable problems

    The effects of gingivitis, for example, are reversible. But when gingivitis advances to periodontal disease, the bone loss that can result is irreversible. A small cavity on the surface of a tooth can easily be fixed, but if it spreads to the inner layers of the tooth, we’ll usually need to perform root canal therapy and restore the tooth with a crown. If you have a cracked filling, an infection in the tooth’s inner pulp layer can result, requiring root canal therapy. A bad bite can contribute to problems with your temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and can cause a painful cycle of muscle spasms and other jaw-joint problems commonly known as TMD, or temporomandibular disorder. The list of potentially fast-growing problems goes on.

    Regular checkups allows us to treat problems early

    During your regular checkups, we examine the health of your mouth, measure the bone levels around your teeth, check for decay, screen for oral cancer, examine your restorations, evaluate your bite, and remove plaque and tartar from your teeth. The bacteria that cause periodontal disease thrive in plaque and tartar, producing toxins that can cause bone loss and eventually tooth loss. A toothbrush and floss won’t even budge tartar, so we must remove it every six months in our office. Your six-month exam and cleaning is a critical part of a preventive program. It’s the best way for you to prevent advanced dental problems, and that minimizes the time and money you spend in the dental chair.

Risks of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

  • Increased risk of heart disease and stroke: people that suffer from OSA have been known to have a higher risk of experiencing high blood pressure, coronary artery diseases, congestive heart failure, and heart attacks

  • Difficulty with concentration and memory: lack of adequate sleep due to OSA will result in one feeling tired and failing to concentrate throughout the day

  • Relationship difficulties: OSA can cause loud snoring, making it uncomfortable for your partner during the night, some couples end up sleeping in separate bedrooms if left untreated.

  • Loss of Libido: having OSA can cause the body to lack nitric oxide, causing narrowing of the arteries and a decrease in blood flow to all areas of the body

  • Diabetes: OSA makes it hard for the body to regulate the blood sugar

  • Mental health issues: OSA can lead to depression, anxiety, and irritability.

  • The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to transform an average smile into a terrific smile! To accomplish this goal, we analyze every aspect of a smile and then correct the problem.

    What makes a beautiful smile?

    Terrific smiles have several things in common:

    • The teeth are straight, not crooked.

    • The teeth are evenly spaced with no gaps.

    • The teeth are white, not stained.

    • The top teeth show when you smile, but not the gums.

    • The gumline is smooth, not uneven.

    • The edges of the top teeth smoothly follow the curve of the lower lip.

    All of these problems can be solved with cosmetic procedures, so even if you weren’t born with a beautiful smile, you can still have one!