Get A Restful Nights Sleep By Getting Your Sleep Apnea Under Control
Do you suffer from any of the following problems?
- Snoring.
- Drowsiness during the day.
- Irritability.
- Fatigue.
- Forgetfulness.
- Falling asleep inappropriately.
- Waking up suddenly with coughing, choking and gasping.
If you are experiencing any of the above, it is time for you to come to terms with the problem and experience your life the way it should be.
Approximately 20 million Americans suffer from the problems described, and it is caused by sleep apnea. A number of people are not even aware of the problem and continue living their lives feeling tired, irritable and forgetful. The medical fraternity prescribes a CPAP machine, but unfortunately it doesn’t work for everyone.
You don’t really have sleep apnea just because you snore. In fact, you only snore because you have sleep apnea. Let us provide a detailed explanation about this description.
When you are in bed, the soft tissue in the back of the throat can relax and partially block your airway. Your breathing begins to vibrate the loose tissues when this happens and snoring is the sound produced by these vibrations.
Sleep apnea practically means you stop breathing while sleeping. Instead of the partial blockage, relaxed or improperly positioned oral structures, completely block your airway. A number of cases have been noted where people with sleep apnea stop breathing for periods of 10 seconds or longer, and this can happen frequently during the night.
The brain and alerts the body to wake up and take a breath when it senses oxygen deficiency. Some people wake up just enough to disrupt their sleep while others await fully and quickly choking or gasping for air.
Without sufficient sleep, the human body and brain doesn’t function at the levels required.
Your Dentist Can Treat More Than Your Smile
We can help treat your sleep apnea with an FDA approved treatment option called “Oral Appliance Therapy.” This is a custom device that is made and fitted just for you. The device advances your lower jaw forward helping to keep the soft tissue from falling back in your airway. It is a simple and comfortable device that can literally save your life.
If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea but you cannot wear the CPAP, then give us a call. We can help you get a restful nights sleep again and get your life back. Call us today at 803-254-6763 to schedule a consultation.