Sure, a tendency to snore can be embarrassing, but should you treat your loud sleeping sounds like the symptom of a potential health issue? People who snore often do so because they have unresolved issues with sleep apnea. When this is the case, you can have more to worry about than just loud breathing. A person suffering from this condition can lose out on the health benefits a full night’s rest is supposed to provide. As a result, you can have trouble with focus and short-term memory, feel irritable, and face higher risks for other health troubles. Your Virginia Beach, VA dentist can discuss sleep apnea with you. For people who struggle with obstructive sleep apnea, we can provide an alternative to treatment with a CPAP machine, which people can find uncomfortable.
Has Sleep Apnea Started To Interfere With Your Health?
There are several issues that can be traced back to sleep apnea beyond snoring. If you often feel groggy or unfocused, even after a full night’s rest, sleep apnea could be responsible. You can also have trouble managing other health conditions, and be more likely to experience issues with your blood pressure.
Sleep apnea affects a person’s health because it interferes with their sleep cycle. Your rest is interrupted because your breathing is disrupted, forcing your body to “wake up” and deal with the obstruction. That interference can occur throughout the night, making sleep cycles difficult for you to complete.
We Can Offer Treatment Without A CPAP Machine
CPAP machines have helped many people who suffer from sleep apnea, but they can be difficult to wear comfortably. In fact, you may find that falling asleep has become more difficult because you have a hard time adjusting to wearing your CPAP mask. If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (meaning your air flow is cut off by soft tissues blocking your breathing passages), we can offer an alternative treatment. Instead of a CPAP machine, we can provide a custom oral appliance that holds your jaw in a way that keeps your airways clear. What this means is that you can rest peacefully without disrupted sleep, and feel comfortable enough to fall asleep without frustration!
Take Advantage Of The Quality Care Regular Dental Appointments Provide
By bringing up snoring and sleep apnea during a visit to your Virginia Beach dentist’s office, you can learn about our approach to sleep apnea treatment. Regular dental exams are important for many reasons – they help you avoid issues with tooth decay and gum disease, and also give you important oral health cleanings. You should know that in addition to this care, you can enjoy support in many other aspects of your oral health when you remain consistent with checkups!
Talk To Absolute Dental Care About Sleep Apnea
Absolute Dental Care is ready to help people who are suffering from sleep apnea. If you have concerns about your rest, or if you want an alternative to a potentially uncomfortable CPAP machine, call Absolute Dental Care in Virginia Beach, VA, today at (757) 428-7440.
