Do You Find Yourself Falling Asleep During the Day?
If you or someone you know finds yourself falling asleep during daytime hours, or snoring loudly or having poor breathing while sleeping, it might be symptoms of sleep apnea. The usual treatment for sleep apnea has been a bulky CPAP device. A patient is fitted with a machine that forces a steady stream of air into the patient’s nose or mouth during sleep. However, many people find it difficult to sleep wearing a CPAP and eventually give up using it. 
If you experience sleep apnea and can’t wear a CPAP, modern dentistry has a range of treatment options such as compact oral appliances. These lightweight appliances are small acrylic devices that fit over the top and bottom teeth similar to a retainer or mouthguard. They reposition your tongue and jaw to open the airway and allow more air flow to the lungs. They are convenient to place and remove, cleanup is easy, and they’re convenient for travel. These have been a success for over 90% of patients using them and are a wonderful alternative to CPAP machines. If you snore or a physician has diagnosed you with sleep apnea, please contact our office today.
Westside Dentistry
Stephen J. Kimball, DMD
7181 Westwind Dr., Suite A
El Paso, TX 79912
(915) 581-1511
Westside-Dentistry.com
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