Sleep Apnea Treatment Peabody
Restful Nights for Better Mornings
Do you feel tired all the time despite getting “enough” sleep every night? Are you constantly being reminded that you snore all the time? These are telltale signs of a serious disorder known as sleep apnea. To many people’s surprise, Peabody Smile Design can actually help with both of these issues using a method of sleep apnea treatment that is simple, easy, and proven to work night after night.
Why Choose Peabody Smile Design for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
- Fully Custom Sleep Appliances
- Can Stop Persistent Snoring
- Viable CPAP Alternative
Do I Have Sleep Apnea?
Do any of the following sound familiar? If so, you could be suffering from sleep apnea…
- Daytime exhaustion despite getting 7-9 hours of sleep
- Morning headaches and sore throat
- Waking up choking or out of breath
- Regularly nodding off during the day
- Frequent waking during the night
- Brain fog/memory issues
- Mood swings
- Anxiety/depression
- Accelerated weight gain
- Sexual dysfunction
At-Home Sleep Testing
Before someone can be treated for sleep apnea, they need a formal diagnosis. Rather than having you spend an uncomfortable night in a lab, we can send you home with a small device to use in your own bed. It’s simple to set up and will record essential bio-data as you get some shut-eye. Once you return it to us, a licensed sleep physician will look at the information and determine whether or not you have sleep apnea.
Sleep Apnea Treatment Options
The most common form of sleep apnea treatment is CPAP therapy, in which a patient sleeps while wearing a face mask connected to an air pump. This keeps the airway open by forcing oxygen into the throat throughout the night. If this doesn’t exactly sound restful, you’re not the only one! Roughly 50% of people prescribed a CPAP stop using it within the first year because the device can be uncomfortable, noisy, and awkward to set up.
That’s why Peabody Smile Design is happy to offer an alternative with oral appliance therapy. We provide a custom mouthguard a patient wears to bed, and it keeps the airway clear by slightly shifting the jaw forward. This prevents the stoppages in breathing and sleep interruptions characteristic of sleep apnea, and it’s also effective at silencing snoring!
Oral appliance therapy is comfortable, customizable, and already being used by millions of people around the world who wake up feeling rested and energized. You deserve to get quality sleep, and this is how we can help you do it.
Sleep Apnea Treatment FAQs
Will My Sleep Apnea Go Away If I Lose Weight?
Since being overweight is a risk factor, you might be wondering if losing weight will make sleep apnea go away. It’s possible! Of course, the only way to know if that’s the case for you is by scheduling another sleep test after losing the excess weight.
Does Everyone Who Snores Have Sleep Apnea?
No, not everyone who snores has sleep apnea. That said, we do recommend scheduling a sleep study/test if you chronically snore, you wake up gasping for air in the middle of the night, or you struggle with daytime drowsiness. That way, we can determine if you’re one of the roughly 20 million people in the US who are struggling with this condition.
Can Children Have Sleep Apnea?
Yes. In fact, it’s believed that between 1% and 8% of children have sleep apnea. The symptoms are often different from those of adults, like bed-wetting, sleep terrors, and hyperactivity. If you have a suspicion that your little one may have this condition, then don’t hesitate to take the next step: schedule a sleep study.
Why Should I See a Dentist for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
Patients are often surprised to hear that they should turn to their dentist for sleep apnea. However, their extensive education and training go far beyond just teeth, gums, and the soft tissue in your mouth; they are also experts in the upper respiratory area. So, if tissues from the mouth and neck are preventing healthy breathing, they can help!
How Soon After Starting Sleep Apnea Treatment Will I Notice Improvement?
It’s very common for there to be a bit of an adjustment period with CPAP therapy. Oral appliance therapy, on the other hand, comes with almost immediate improvements.
Are There At-Home Remedies for Sleep Apnea?
There are several products that can help you relax, including essential oils and weighted blankets. However, they don’t actually address the root of the problem: a blocked airway. So, if you are struggling with sleep apnea, the best thing to do is get the care you need from our Peabody dental team.
How Should I Clean My Sleep Apnea Oral Appliance?
Fortunately, you don’t need anything special or expensive. When you wake up in the morning, use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently remove saliva, plaque, and other debris from your oral appliance. Then, rinse it with clean, cool water and store it in its designated case. If needed, you can soak them in a denture cleaner to give them an even deeper clean!