Continuous Positive Airflow Pressure (CPAP)

While a c-pap machine is an option to treatment of sleep apnea. There is a better way. Providing an oral dental device can give you your life back. It does not require batteries, it is not bulky and it does not make any noise when you go to sleep. 

CPAP machines are used with a variety of breathing masks. They are most widely used treatment for moderate and severe OSA.CPAP treatment may cause side effects: dry or stuffy nose, irritated skin on the face, dry mouth, and headaches.  If the CPAP device is not adjusted properly, patients may get stomach bloating and discomfort while wearing the mask.

                                  

                Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT)

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has approved oral appliance therapy (OAT) as a first line treatment for patients diagnosed with mild to moderate OSA.  The AASM also recommends oral appliance therapy for patients with severe OSA, who are unable to tolerate or cannot wear CPAP devices.  Another option for people with severe OSA is combination therapy (wearing CPAP and an oral appliance together) to help reduce the pressure on a CPAP machine, making it more comfortable to use.

For more information on a dental device, contact Dr. Lee and her team today!