How Does Treating Sleep Apnea with An Oral Appliance Work?

Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops or slows down during sleep. Patients often wake up multiple times in the night, sometimes gasping for air. Sleep apnea affects millions of Americans. If left untreated, it can cause serious health problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, depression, memory loss, obesity, and […]
The Benefits of Oral Appliance Therapy
According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 12 million Americans have sleep apnea, a disorder characterized by cessations in breathing during sleep. Although sleep apnea is common, many individuals are unaware that they have it. In fact, it is estimated that only 16 percent of people with sleep apnea receive treatment. The most widely […]
While You Are Sleeping
Sleep Apnea is a hot topic these days. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, sleep apnea is so common that it affects more than 18 million people in America. However, 1 of every 27 people are undiagnosed. That’s over 10 million Americans. And it’s more than just snoring and poor sleeping habits at night. Sleep […]