Positive airway pressure devices are the most widely used treatment for Moderate and Severe Sleep Apnea. They have been endorsed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). CPAP machine delivers air pressure through a mask placed over the nose during sleep. With CPAP, the air pressure is greater than that of the surrounding air, and is just enough to keep the upper airway passages open and prevents apnea and snoring.
CPAP is the most
common and reliable method of treating sleep apnea, but some people find it
cumbersome and uncomfortable. There are different types of masks and it may
take some time to find one that fits well, but for some it is just intolerable
and it is for those patients that we have the answer.
CPAP treatment
may also cause side effects in some patients.
These side effects include a dry or stuffy nose, irritated skin on the
face, dry mouth and headaches. If CPAP
is not adjusted properly, patients may get stomach bloating and discomfort
while wearing the mask.
Dr. Anna Lee, a dentist
trained in sleep apnea, can assist you with treatment by determining if you are
a candidate for an oral dental device and then creating your custom appliance
for therapy. Dr. Lee conducts a full
evaluation of your teeth, mouth, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) to ensure
that your teeth and jaw structure are healthy enough to wear an oral appliance.
Following the examination, you will have models of your teeth made and a
follow-up appointment is scheduled to fit your custom appliance.
Call Dr. Anna Lee at 626-335-5114 for more
information.
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