Sleep apnea is a common problem affecting several millions of North Americans. Anyone at any age can be affected. It is a potentially life-threatening disorder that occurs when breathing is interrupted during sleep, depriving your brain of oxygen. It's a serious condition which, if untreated increases your risk of heart disease, memory problems, weight gain, impotency, and a myriad of other serious and life threatening illnesses. Many indicators can be identified during a routine dental examination. If diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you may be a candidate for our oral appliance therapy program which is an effective alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for the treatment of sleep apnea.
• Snoring, Gasping / Silences
• Headaches, Jaw Pain, Bruxism (grinding and clenching during
sleep),
• Excessive daytime fatigue, Tired despite adequate hours of
sleep
• Restless sleep (wake up frequently throughout the night)
• Anxiety, Depression, Irritable mood
• Acid reflux
• Memory loss, Problems concentrating
• Snoring, Gasping / Pauses/ Snorts
• Restless sleep (abnormal positions and sweating during sleep),
Bedwetting
• Difficult to wake up, Daytime sleepiness Irritable, agitated,
and aggressive mood (Behaviour, School, and Social problems)
• Trouble concentrating, Hyperactive
It is similar to wearing a custom fit nightgaurd on both the top and bottom teeth. The key difference is that this device holds the jaw in a slightly forward position to keep the airway open. Indications: