Sleep Apnea
Are you struggling to get enough sleep? Does your partner complain about your constant snoring?
Sleep apnea disrupts your breathing leaving you tired the following day, and it can even lead to more serious health issues.
At Fort Bend Dental in Richmond and Missouri City, TX, we can treat sleep apnea with a custom oral appliance so you can finally sleep.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where the patient experiences interruptions in breathing that last anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes, generally followed by a loud gasp for air. These pauses in breathing can occur multiple times a night and increase your risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
The Types Of Sleep Apnea
There are three types of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea (CSA) are the most common. However, some patients have a combination of the two, which is called complex sleep apnea.
This is the most common form of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when soft tissue sags and partially or fully blocks your upper airway and prevents you from breathing normally. The dentists at our Texas practice can treat obstructive sleep apnea with a customized mouthguard that comfortably opens your airway. This allows you to breathe easily throughout the night while you sleep.
Central sleep apnea is less common, but a more serious form of sleep apnea. It is a neurological condition where your brain fails to regulate your breathing while you sleep. Once the oxygen levels get too low, your brain wakes you up so you begin breathing again. Unlike obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea is not caused by a blocked airway and will require the care of a specialist.
Complex sleep apnea is a combination of both central and obstructive sleep apnea. Patients can typically benefit from a customized mouthguard and treatment from a specialist. We can fit you with your mouthguard and your sleep specialist may recommend further treatment, such as sleep medicine or a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine.
The Symptoms Of Sleep Apnea
Many patients are unaware they have sleep apnea until a roommate or loved one notices their snoring or gasping for air throughout the night. You should contact one of our practices in Richmond or Missouri City, TX, if you notice any of these symptoms:
Snoring
Waking regularly with a headache, dry mouth, or sore throat
Restless sleep
Daytime sleepiness
Difficulty focusing on your daily tasks and duties
Waking up multiple times throughout the night
Increased anxiety or depression
Moodiness and irritability
Weight gain or weight loss
Do Not Wait To Seek Sleep Apnea Treatment
The dentists at Fort Bend Dental in Richmond and Missouri City, Texas, can effectively treat mild to moderate cases of obstructive sleep apnea and prevent it from progressing into a more serious health concern. We can conduct a sleep study to determine your sleep patterns and then recommend the appropriate next steps, such as creating a custom oral appliance.
If you are experiencing daytime sleepiness, irritability, or any other symptom you think could be linked to sleep apnea, request an appointment so you can start sleeping soundly. We have offices on Main Street and on Grand Parkway in Richmond and also in Missouri City, TX.
281-499-3541
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How We Diagnose Your Sleep Apnea
Our dentists are fully equipped to treat mild to moderate cases of obstructive sleep apnea. We provide WatchPAT® for our patients to take home overnight for a sleep study.
The WatchPAT is a watch-like device that allows our doctors to diagnose sleep apnea.
Fort Bend Dental Has 3 Convenient Offices in Richmond and Missouri City, TX
A Comfortable Solution For Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Fort Bend Dental designs custom-made oral appliances, which are a comfortable and easy-to-use solution for many patients suffering from sleep apnea. This specially designed mouthguard lets you get a good night's sleep while avoiding the hassles associated with CPAP machines, which are loud and bulky.
Using digital impressions and a 3D printer, our dentists can create a custom-fitted oral appliance for you to wear each night. These mouth guards bring your lower jaw slightly forward to keep your upper airway open while you sleep.
The oral appliance can be just as effective and is less invasive than a CPAP machine and results in greater patient compliance. You can quickly notice the benefits of a good night's sleep just by wearing this mouthguard each night.
The Cost Of OSA Treatment
The cost of sleep apnea treatment can range from $2,000-$7000. Fort Bend Dental offers CareCredit® and is willing to set up a payment plan for our uninsured patients. Call our office to get more details on our pricing and how our sleep apnea treatment can help you lead a healthier life.
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