Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Feeling rested when you wake up
Are you frequently fatigued during the day, even though you’ve had a full night’s rest? Do you find yourself snoring loudly or gasping for air while asleep? You could be among the numerous individuals affected by sleep apnea—a condition that can greatly compromise your health and quality of life. Country Care Dental provides specialized sleep apnea therapies to enhance your sleep and overall well-being.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a serious disorder where breathing repeatedly pauses and resumes during sleep. These interruptions can last several seconds and may occur numerous times throughout the night, leading to disrupted rest and reduced oxygen supply to the brain. Common indicators include loud snoring, morning headaches, a dry mouth upon waking, and excessive daytime drowsiness.
Sleep Apnea Therapy with SomnoMed
While a formal diagnosis and treatment plan for sleep apnea is the purview of medical doctors, dentists can play a supportive role. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy is the most typical treatment, involving a machine that provides a steady stream of air through a mask but this method can be cumbersome and requires ongoing upkeep and cleaning.
Dentistry offers an alternative through SomnoMed devices, which function similarly to sports mouthguards by positioning the lower jaw to prevent the tongue and throat muscles from collapsing into the airway. Your dentist can quickly fit you with the right device and provide straightforward usage instructions.
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, we can collaborate with you and your physician to devise a plan utilizing a dental device to ensure uninterrupted breathing throughout the night.
SomnoMed’s devices are crafted from comfortable, durable materials designed to keep your airways open during sleep. Your dentist will offer a range of options to help find the best fit for you. These devices are made from soft materials and thanks to their slim and minimalistic design, they are easy to use and comfortable to wear.
They can improve sleep quality, eliminate snoring, and help you wake up feeling refreshed and prepared for the day.