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Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition in which your breathing stops periodically while you’re sleeping asleep. Every time breathing stops you briefly wake up as your body registers the lack of oxygen. Patients with sleep apnea may not even realize they are waking up so many times throughout the night. In reality, those with sleep apnea do not receiving quality sleep during the night, resulting in fatigue and trouble paying attention during the day
Snoring
Sleep apnea is a condition in which your breathing stops periodically while you’re sleeping asleep. Every time breathing stops you briefly wake up as your body registers the lack of oxygen. Patients with sleep apnea may not even realize they are waking up so many times throughout the night. In reality, those with sleep apnea do not receive quality sleep during the night, resulting in fatigue and trouble paying attention during the day
Treatment Of Snoring And Sleep Apnea By A Dentist
If you suffer from sleep apnea, your provider may recommend that you use a mandibular advancement device (MAD) at night to help you sleep better. A MAD can also be used in patients with snoring related to allergies and congestion. The MAD works by holding the lower jaw forward. With the lower jaw out of the way, you should able to sleep better with more room to breathe. MADs can hold the tongue in place as well.
A MAD should help you achieve quality sleep. It is comfortable, though it may take a few nights of getting used to, and does not restrict your breathing in any way. Tell your dentist if soreness persists.
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