Sleep Solutions
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Is Snoring Dangerous?
Beyond the irritating noise, can snoring be a sign of a more serious problem? The short answer is – possibly.
What happens during snoring?
While you sleep, the muscles keeping your airway open during your waking hours are relaxed. The sound of snoring comes from tissues vibrating as breath passes through the narrow section of your airway.
What makes snoring dangerous?
Snoring can be a warning sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a serious medical condition that occurs when your air passage becomes temporarily blocked causing you to stop breathing several times throughout the night. During these episodes, the brain is depleted of oxygen. OSA can increase your risk for heart attack or stroke while also causing you to spend less time in the deep restorative sleep required for to be energetic and mentally sharp.
If I snore, do I have Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
According to Dr. Robert L. Owens of the Sleep Disorders Research Program at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, “Most people who snore don't have obstructive sleep apnea, but most people who have apnea snore.”
How do I know for sure if my snoring is part of a more serious problem?
If your snoring is loud enough to keep the person you share a bed with awake, you need to take action. Not only for their sleep health, but for yours as well. The first step to diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues is to have a consultation with a professional.
At Smile Solutions, we are ready to help evaluate your current sleep issues & help you feel more rested.
Common Signs of Sleep Apnea
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Snoring
- High Blood Pressure
- Weight Issues
- Frequent Irritability
- Wake Up Groggy
- Inability to Concentrate
- Moodiness
Common Signs of Disordered Breathing in Children
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Teeth Grinding
- Mouth Breathing
- Bed Wetting
- ADHD
- Dark Circles Under Eyes
- Morning Headaches
- Sleep Walking/Talking
Comfortable & Convenient Solution
Our Smile Solutions team offers a comfortable and convenient solution to help you sleep better and wake up refreshed. You’ll be surprised at the difference a good night’s sleep can make in your life.
No Bulky Facemask or Power Required
One of the most common solutions to OSA is a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine. Though effective, CPAP machines are far from convenient and comfortable. You must wear a bulky facemask connected by a hose to an electric device that maintains positive air pressure while you sleep. Traveling with a CPAP, regular cleaning and maintenance, finding comfortable sleeping positions while wearing it, and other related issues make this solution less appealing to many. At Smile Solutions, we offer an FDA approved device more like a simple mouthguard used in athletics.
Mouthguards
Personalized for You
Our Smile Solutions team designs a personalized oral appliance to keep your jaw in a forward position while you sleep, allowing your airway to remain open for an uninterrupted, better night’s sleep. It’s small, portable, quiet, comfortable, and highly effective.
Benefits of Sleep Apnea Treatment
- More Energy
- Better Night’s Sleep
- Quieter Sleep
- Increased Focus
- Increased Clarity
Contact Our Team
If you or a loved one is experiencing sleep-related issues like snoring, please contact the our Smile Solutions team today to schedule your consultation.
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