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Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Treatment Options

SLEEP APNEA ORAL APPLIANCE

What is an Oral Appliance?

It fits in the palm of your hand and is an established and FDA approved treatment for snoring and sleep apnea.

An Oral Appliance is a custom-designed medical device that fits over the lower and upper teeth like an orthodontic retainer or a sports mouth guard. The device places the jaw in a position that maintains an open airway by preventing the lower jaw from falling back and collapsing the airway. This in turn will allow patients to breathe normally during the night leading to a better night sleep.

This device allows the patient to open and close their mouth like normal, ensuring it is very comfortable to wear.

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Dr. Akkad, A dentist specially trained in the field of dental sleep medicine can expertly fabricate a dental sleep appliance. After a thorough exam and review of your sleep study, Dr. Akkad will select an appliance that best fits your condition. The Oral Appliance is extremely effective in the prevention of snoring and treating sleep apnea in the mild to moderate category. Oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea is now covered by Medicare and most large insurance companies.

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OTHER OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA TREATMENT OPTIONS

CPAP Machine

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure

In a treatment called Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), patients wear a specialized mask over the nose and face during sleep. The mask is connected to a device that delivers a steady supply of air, keeping the airway open. CPAP treatment is usually very successful, provided the patient is willing to use it correctly and consistently.

Upper Airway Surgery

Several different “snoring surgery” options exist and are determined by each patient’s specific problem. Some surgeries are minimal, while others involve more serious risks. Most patients report that these procedures are painful and have mediocre results. The pillar procedure and UPPP are not recognized by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as first line therapies for obstructive sleep apnea.

Lifestyle Changes

  • Lose weight
  • Stop smoking
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Avoid sleeping on your back and use an elevated bed
  • Avoid taking sleeping pills

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