Do you often struggle with daytime drowsiness, or irritability? Do you snore nightly? If so, this can mean the potential presence of a serious disorder: obstructive sleep apnea. Fortunately, we can help. In today’s blog, Dental Sleep Solutions in McKinney and Greenville, TX, talks about recognizing sleep apnea!
The Causes of Your Sleep Disorder
What causes someone to develop sleep apnea? For some, this could be due to issues with the growth of the jaw and key oral structures. Others could develop the disorder due to obesity or sleep habits. The issue means that while you rest, the soft tissues in the back of your mouth and in your throat become too relaxed and then collapse. When this happens, it cuts off airflow. You stop breathing for a few seconds until the brain wakes you. This interrupts your sleep multiple times a night, even if you don’t remember it, and can lead to major complications and uncomfortable symptoms.
Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
What symptoms should we be aware of? People with sleep apnea often struggle with daytime drowsiness and irritability, and may have issues with short-term memory or concentrating on tasks at work or school. The disorder also causes chronic snoring and you may wake up in the night choking or gasping for air. Don’t ignore possible symptoms like this, instead reach out to our team for a diagnosis and to discuss possible solutions! By addressing the issue, you feel more rested and refreshed, and you also avoid strain on your immune system, memory, and even your heart health.
Home Sleep Studies, Laser Treatment, and More
For a diagnosis with precision, we could have you complete a questionnaire about your sleep habits and possible symptoms, and then we could send you home with a device that records your sleep habits, providing an accurate assessment of how well you rest (or don’t). We could then choose a treatment option. For some, we could offer laser treatment to reshape the soft tissues and shrink portions, ensuring your airways stay open and free of obstruction as you rest. This is a fast and effective treatment, one that is minimally invasive.
We have custom mandibular advancement devices, or oral appliances, which look and fit like a mouthguard and are worn while you rest. Wagen in place this helps reposition the jaw to keep airways open and free of obstruction. You rest with ease, and the device is easy to use and clean. If you have any questions about how we treat snoring and sleep apnea, then contact our team today.
Dental Sleep Solutions Provides a Good Night’s Rest Again
We want to help treat the issues that threaten your ability to wake up feeling rested and refreshed. To find out more about our solutions to poor rest and chronic snoring, call Dental Sleep Solutions of McKinney and Greenville today at 903-455-0516.