Sleep Apnea Treatment in La Palma
What is Sleep Apnea Treatment?
Sleep apnea affects millions of people worldwide, and it’s a serious sleep-related disorder that can impact every aspect of your life. The condition is marked by loud, disruptive snoring and constant cessations in your breathing throughout the night. Because you’re not breathing correctly, your body wakes you up all night in order to catch your breath. We offer a simple oral device that can be worn to keep the upper airway open while you sleep.
Why is Sleep Apnea Treatment needed?
The reason you may need sleep apnea treatment is because the condition will often not get better on its own without serious lifestyle changes. Before making these changes, the oral device that we can provide to you will help to make it easier to get through the day. Because sleep apnea can be so disruptive to your everyday life, wearing a simple oral device is an easy way to essentially get your life back. The device is custom made just for you, so it’ll be comfortable to wear and effective at treating the condition.
Who is a candidate for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
Patients who would benefit the most from our sleep apnea treatment are those with mild to moderate sleep apnea. For those with more severe apnea symptoms, it might be a good idea to discuss options with your doctor. Most patients with mild sleep apnea can benefit from the oral device that we’re able to make in our office. You should be able to commit to wearing the device in order for it to be effective each night.
What can be expected during Sleep Apnea Treatment?
The first step is to take molds, or impressions, of your teeth and mouth. These molds are then used to custom create a sleep apnea device just for you. You will come into the office to have the device fitted at a later time. The device is adjusted to ensure it is comfortable to wear. In order for it to work properly, it must be worn nightly or whenever you go to sleep. The device works by keeping the upper airway open, making it easier for you to breathe while you’re sleeping.
If you think you might benefit from sleep apnea treatment, call our office today to schedule an appointment to come in for a consultation.
