Sleep Apnea Treatment – Lincoln, NE
Solutions for Sleep-Disordered Breathing
If you snore loudly or keep waking up feeling unusually tired, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. This all-too-common sleep disorder can have dire consequences if left alone for too long; as such, it’s important to have the issue diagnosed and treated as quickly as possible. In many cases, Dr. Reed can address the issue and let you enjoy more restful nights again with a customized oral appliance. Feel free to reach out to us today to learn more about the options we offer for sleep apnea treatment.
Why Choose Smile Specialties for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
- Personalized Silent Nite and Therasnore Oral Appliances
- Team Led by Caring, Highly Experienced Prosthodontist
- Approach to Treatment That Puts Quality First
What is Sleep Apnea?
People with sleep apnea experience repeated pauses in their breathing while they’re asleep. The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea, which is caused by the airway being physically blocked in some manner; this is often the result of tissues in the throat becoming overly relaxed. Whenever sleep apnea causes your breathing to stop, your brain is forced to wake your body up for air. This can make it very difficult, if not impossible, to get the quality rest you need.
There are several potential warning signs of sleep apnea, including loud snoring, morning headaches, chronic tiredness, memory problems, and waking up gasping for air. If any of these symptoms sound familiar, you should have a sleep test performed to confirm whether you’re suffering from sleep-disordered breathing.
The Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Untreated sleep apnea can be very dangerous in the long term. The lack of quality sleep can leave you feeling exhausted during the day, which can increase your risk of getting into an accident while driving or working with heavy machinery. Furthermore, you may be more likely to suffer from life-threatening health issues such as heart attacks and strokes.
It’s also worth noting that sleep apnea can have a devastating impact on your mental well-being. Studies show that individuals with sleep apnea have a higher chance of experiencing symptoms of depression as well as anxiety. In short, if you don’t do something about your sleep-disordered breathing, it could end up hurting your overall quality of life.
Sleep Apnea Treatment Options
You’ve probably heard how sleep apnea can be treated with a CPAP machine. This device can use a constant pressurized stream of air to help you maintain an open airway while you sleep. However, while CPAP machines are highly effective, many patients don’t like using them, finding them to be too noisy or uncomfortable.
Luckily, our team is able to offer oral appliances as an alternative to CPAP for patients with mild to moderate cases of sleep apnea. An oral appliance can help your airway remain unobstructed throughout the night by moving your lower jaw forward or holding your tongue in place. Our practice offers Silent Nite and Therasnore oral appliances that can be customized for your unique mouth.
