Do you snore, have sudden night wakings, or wake up sleepy even after a full night’s sleep? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. Those with sleep apnea are not only more tired than they should be, but, if the condition is left untreated, are at a greater risk for heart problems, cardiac arrest, or even a stroke.
What Causes Sleep Apnea?
Treating Sleep Apnea
The first thing we’ll do is a sleep study. We use a Watermark, which is a home sleep test. That will help us determine if you need a more involved sleep study with a physician. If it is determined you have sleep apnea, we’ll fit you for a somnodent appliance. This fits like a mouth guard while you sleep and moves your jaw forward slightly opening up your breathing passage.
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, you may call our office to schedule an appointment. If you prefer, you may click here to request an appointment online.