Sleep Apnea & Snoring Therapy

If you snore, neither you nor your love one is getting the deep, restorative sleep you need. But snoring isn’t just a nuisance. It can indicate a more problematic condition called sleep apnea.

What is Sleep Apnea?

Snoring is caused by vibrating soft tissues as air is forced through obstructed airways. These obstructions are usually the cause of sleep apnea, a disorder that causes the sufferer to stop breathing for up to 10 seconds at a time. The lack of oxygen signals the brain to wake up, and then the cycle begins again. This pattern of snoring, cessation of breath, and waking can occur hundreds of times a night robbing you of rest.

What Causes Sleep Apnea?

Most commonly, sleep apnea is caused by one of the following:

• Size and shape of airways
• Swelling of the airpassages
• Position of the jaw or tongue

Sleep apnea and sleep deprivation can lead to a whole host of problems, from increased risk of on the job and car accidents, to stroke, heart attack, and memory loss. If you snore, or wake up exhausted after what should be a full night of rest, it’s time to talk to Dr. Mighion.

How Can My Dentist Help Me?

Many sleep apnea patients find relief from frustrating symptoms with a simple oral appliance called a nightguard. This thin, custom-fit nightguard repositions the lower jaw, opening up the airways, and ends snoring allowing you to breathe, and rest, easy. Is a nightguard right for you? Simply visit our office for an exam and consultation to find out more.