EFFECTIVE SLEEP APNEA TREATMENT
Are you constantly tired during the day, even after a full night's sleep? Do you snore or wake up with headaches? If you're experiencing symptoms like these, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. The good news is that effective treatment is available, and Flossn Dental and Orthodontics in Los Angeles, CA, can help you find the relief you need.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF SLEEP APNEA
Sleep apnea is a condition where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. One of the most common types of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA occurs when the muscles and tissues at the back of your throat relax excessively, collapsing in on one another and causing a temporary blockage of your upper airway.
Common signs and symptoms of sleep apnea include:
- Loud snoring
- Daytime fatigue
- Gasping or choking
- Morning headaches
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability
- Depression
- Large neck circumference
- High blood pressure
Left untreated, OSA can significantly increase your risk of a heart attack, stroke, or even a fatal car accident or injury at work.
HOW ORAL SLEEP APPLIANCES CAN HELP
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, you may think that a CPAP machine is your only option for treatment. But Dr. Andrew Finley and the team at Flossn Dental and Orthodontics offer a non-invasive and highly effective solution to manage mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea: oral sleep appliances, also known as mandibular advancement devices.
Here's how oral sleep appliances can help:
Improved Airway
The mouthpiece repositions your lower jaw and tongue to keep your airway open while you sleep. This helps prevent the obstruction responsible for sleep apnea, allowing you to breathe more freely.
Reduced Snoring
By addressing the root cause of your airway blockage, oral sleep appliances can significantly reduce or eliminate loud snoring, benefiting both you and your bed partner.
Enhanced Sleep Quality
With improved airflow, you can enjoy deeper and more restful sleep, leading to increased daytime alertness and overall well-being.
Customized Comfort
We create each FDA-approved appliance to fit your mouth properly, ensuring that you can sleep soundly as comfortably as possible.
Easy to Use
Unlike cumbersome CPAP machines, oral appliances are compact, portable, and user-friendly. They require no electricity, making them an excellent choice for travel or everyday use.
SCHEDULE YOUR SLEEP CONSULTATION TODAY
If you suspect you may have sleep apnea or have already been diagnosed with a sleeping disorder, more comfortable alternatives to CPAP treatment are available. Call Dr. Finley in Los Angeles to find out if an oral sleep appliance could help you give up your snoring (or CPAP machine) for good.
