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Sleep Apnea Therapy - Grapevine, TX

Stop Snoring & Sleep Deeply

 

Sleep apnea occurs when patients stop breathing for ten seconds or longer during sleep. These periods of breathlessness are detrimental to the patient’s quality of sleep, elevate blood pressure, and cause a number of other health concerns. Traditionally, patients suffering from sleep apnea are treated by sleep doctors who provide continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) systems to relieve the adverse effects of this sleep disorder, but for many patients, CPAP is not an effective solution. At Smiles by Martin, we offer oral appliances for sleep apnea therapy in Grapevine, TX as an effective alternative. Contact us to schedule a sleep apnea consultation today.

 

Oral Appliance Therapy

Custom crafted oral appliances alleviate obstructive sleep apnea by gently shifting the jaw forward. This slight adjustment in positioning places pressure on the throat muscles causing them to tighten and keep the airway clear. Oral appliances are valid treatment options for patients suffering from mild to moderate sleep apnea and those who are chronic snorers.

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Sleep Apnea Frequently Asked Questions

Answers You Need for a Restful Night’s Sleep

A man snoring in need of sleep apnea treatment and a woman with her hands over her ears

Millions of Americans get up each morning feeling as if they never slept the night before. What might seem like hours of sleep for one person might only feel like minutes to someone who suffers from sleep apnea. At Smiles by Martin, we not only want to help you get the sleep you need and deserve, but we want to help you understand more about sleep apnea in Grapevine and what we can do to help treat this common sleep disorder. Read through this list of common sleep apnea FAQs, and if by the time you finish the page you have additional questions, don’t hesitate to contact our dental office!

What Are the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?

Individuals who suffer from sleep apnea may not realize they have it for many years. Why? It’s because some of the primary symptoms occur at night. If you don’t have a partner who can tell you when you stop breathing or if you snore, you can go years without realizing you have sleep apnea. The good news is that there are other ways to tell, such as:

If I Don’t Snore, Can I Still Have Sleep Apnea?

The easy answer to this is yes, you can most certainly have sleep apnea and not snore. Although one of the primary signs is chronic snoring, those who don’t snore have what some doctors refer to as “silent apneic.” This can actually signal that there is a complete blockage, and if left untreated, it can pose serious health problems.

How Long Does a Sleep Study Typically Take?

You can expect the average sleep study to take between 9 and 10 hours. When arriving for your sleep study, the technician will spend a short time discussing the actual procedure. Then, they will attach various monitors and equipment, which can take as long as 45 minutes. The actual amount of time you’ll be required to “sleep” is six hours, so a suitable amount of recording time can be obtained while you sleep.

What Kind of Health Problems Can Be Caused by Sleep Apnea?

Apart from the daily drowsiness you may feel, sleep apnea can result in serious health problems, some of which include:

When your breathing ceases, your brain must be triggered in order to alert your body to its need to breathe. If this happens hundreds of times each night, your blood pressure will rise each time, making you more susceptible to a heart attack or stroke.

How is it Treated?

Every dentist in Grapevine is different, but most dental offices offer the most common forms of treatment, which include a CPAP machine or oral appliance therapy. With a custom oral appliance, the device will shift your jaw forward, keeping your airway open throughout the night. It is a suitable option for anyone experiencing mild to moderate sleep apnea.

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