Millions of people snore or have difficulty sleeping, but a large majority of these people may not be aware that there is a problem. When you snore, your airways are restricted, and you can have trouble breathing. As a result, your rest may be interrupted without you even knowing. This can lead to feeling groggy in the mornings, having trouble concentrating, increased irritability, and many other problems. If you frequently experience these symptoms or more, or your loved one has told you that you snore loudly, it may be time to seek professional care. The team at Dental Sleep Solutions in Greenville, TX, can help diagnose the issue and find the right treatment for you.
What Is Causing You To Snore?
Snoring happens when your airways are blocked while you try to rest. As a result, you may make harsh noises as you try to breathe in and out. There may be several reasons behind this condition, ranging from your bedtime habits to the anatomy of your nose and throat. If you believe you have been snoring, you may be able to improve this problem by changing your position, limiting alcohol before bed, or treating congestion. If these steps don’t help to improve the problem, it could be due to other factors. Your dentist may be able to help diagnose and treat the concern after an assessment.
How A Home Sleep Study Can Help
A thorough examination will need to be done to determine the cause of your disorder. Your dentist may ask questions to help evaluate the problem. A sleep assessment may include questions such as how frequently you snore, how you feel throughout the day, and more. A home study can also be done to record your quality of rest at home. These tests may record areas such as your oxygen levels, heart rate, and other areas while you rest. The information gathered from these tests can help officially diagnose the concern.
Creating A Custom Solution
The information from an assessment and home study can help your dentist diagnose the problem. After a diagnosis has been created, a custom solution can be created to help keep your airways open at night and improve your rest. A mandibular advancement device may be able to keep your airways open and improve symptoms of snoring and sleep apnea. Unlike a CPAP, this machine may be more convenient and comfortable to wear at night. Instead of needing oxygen through a mask at night, you will wear the mandibular advancement device like a mouthguard.
Talk To Our Team To Learn More!
Our team wants to help you get better rest. To learn more about starting a home sleep study, call our Greenville, TX, team today at 903-455-0516.