Typically, oral appliances used to treat sleep apnea last 2 to 5 years.
Sleep Apnea
Breathe more comfortably while you sleep. Explore sleep apnea treatment with a carefully calibrated oral appliance that holds your jaw in a precise position to help maintain airflow throughout the night.
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Cost
Your sleep apnea treatment cost depends on the type and duration of therapy you need. We provide a detailed cost breakdown during your consultation.
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Procedure Duration
Sleep apnea treatment involves ongoing management and follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and adjust your therapy as needed.
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Comfort Measures
Treatment can include comfortable, non-invasive options tailored to your specific sleep apnea needs. Talk to your doctor if you are nervous about treatment.
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Sleep Apnea Treatment for Better Breathing
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes your breathing to repeatedly stop and restart while you sleep. These interruptions can reduce your sleep quality and oxygen supply, potentially causing symptoms such as loud snoring, daytime sleepiness, headaches, restless sleep, or waking up gasping or choking.
You can manage obstructive sleep apnea with treatment. After diagnosis through a sleep study, your options may include CPAP, BiPAP, surgery, or oral appliance therapy. Maldonado Dentistry offers oral appliances to help treat sleep apnea and minimize its impact. An oral appliance positions your jaw to help maintain your airway and is often an option for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
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Process
- Discuss your symptoms. Review concerns such as loud snoring, restless sleep, headaches, daytime sleepiness, or waking with gasping or choking sensations with your doctor.
- Complete a sleep study. Your test can be performed at home or at a sleep disorder center to record your breathing, oxygen levels, brain activity, and sleep patterns.
- Receive your diagnosis. A specialist reviews your results and recommends appropriate treatment.
- Fit your appliance. Your oral appliance is carefully calibrated to position your jaw and maintain your airway.
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Next Steps
- Follow your treatment plan. Use your device as directed to help maintain your airway while sleeping.
- Attend follow-up appointments. Return regularly so your progress can be monitored and your therapy adjusted when needed.
- Report changes. Discuss ongoing or changing symptoms so your treatment can continue to address your needs.
- Continue ongoing care. Stay consistent with your chosen treatment to manage your sleep apnea effectively.
FAQ
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How long does a dental sleep apnea appliance last?
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How often should you be checked for sleep apnea?
There is no set schedule for testing. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms worsen.
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Can a dental appliance be used instead of CPAP for sleep apnea?
Yes. Oral appliances are often a good choice for treating mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
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