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How a Sleep Apnea Dentist Can Help With Breathing Issues
Living with sleep apnea can leave you feeling too exhausted to enjoy life. Besides making you feel tired and groggy; sleep apnea can have a profound impact on your health because of the interrupted breathing. The good news is that there’s help. Dr. Shahnaz L. Formoli at Arden Park Dental Care in Sacramento, California, can provide a specialized oral appliance that keeps your airway open so you can breathe.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
People who have sleep apnea repeatedly stop and start breathing when they’re sleeping. There are two sleep apnea types:
- Central sleep apnea (CSA): This less common condition involves the brain’s failure to send the correct signals to muscles in the body that control breathing.
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): Throat muscles relax and block a person’s airway.
Recognizing sleep apnea symptoms is critical so you can seek professional help and get the necessary care.
How Can a Dentist Help with Sleep Apnea?
A dentist treating sleep apnea can help identify and treat obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Formoli offers an oral appliance that can help with your symptoms. Most importantly, if you’ve not been diagnosed, Dr. Formoli’s team will help you find the resources you need to determine how to proceed.
What Is CPAP Therapy, and Is It Suitable for Everyone?
A CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine delivers constant air pressure through a mask to keep your airway open while sleeping. This machine is the gold standard for moderate to severe sleep apnea. But for some people, it’s uncomfortable and noisy.
What are the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?
In many cases, sleep apnea goes unnoticed. However, it will often manifest in its effects on you the next day. If you experience any of these, it’s important to visit Arden Park Dental Care to get more information.
- Loud snoring
- Choking or gasping while sleeping
- Breathing pauses during sleep
- Sleepy during the daytime
- Morning headaches
- Difficult to focus or concentrate
- Mood changes and/or irritability
- Dry mouth when you wake up
- Sore throat when you wake up
- Restless sleep
- Insomnia
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How Does a Mandibular Repositioning Device Work?
Dr. Formoli offers Mandibular Repositioning Devices (MRD), a custom oral appliance that helps keep your airway open while you sleep. This device works by gently shifting your lower jaw forward. If you proceed with an MRD, impressions will be taken so you have a customized fit. Studies show that MRDs can significantly reduce episodes of sleep apnea.
Who Can Benefit from a Mandibular Repositioning Device?
Mandibular Repositioning Devices work well for patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. This oral appliance is especially useful if you can’t tolerate a CPAP machine or if you prefer portable oral appliances that are more discreet.
How Can I Schedule an Appointment with a Sleep Apnea Dentist?
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, Dr. Shahnaz L. Formoli at Arden Park Dental Care—located at 4360 Arden Way, Suite #3, Sacramento, CA 95864—is here to help. If you have sleep study results, bring them with you. But if you’ve not been diagnosed, Dr. Formoli can help you find resources. Call (916) 280-0988 today to get started.
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