Enjoy a Good Night’s Sleep with Treatment for Sleep Breathing Disorder

If you or a member of your family in Rochester, Michigan, suffers from obstructive sleep apnea, you know it can be terrifying to stop breathing when trying to enjoy a good night’s sleep. Individuals who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea breathe less air into their lungs when sleeping. Unfortunately, this causes these people to wake up feeling like they are gasping for breath. In extreme cases, this terrifying trauma can happen between 100 and 300 times every night.

While obstructive sleep apnea is terrifying, it’s also potentially life-threatening. Moreover, people who struggle with obstructive sleep apnea are tired and sleep-deprived for much of their waking hours because they can’t get a good night’s sleep.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Symptoms

Here are some of the common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea.

• Loud snoring
• Gasping for breath while sleeping
• Waking up with a dry mouth
• Trouble staying asleep
• Daytime tiredness and fatigue
• Anxiety
• Waking up often at night
• Insomnia
• Reduced concentration and memory
• Headaches
• Night sweating
• Depression
• Sexual dysfunction

In short, obstructive sleep apnea has a detrimental effect on every area of your life.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment Options

There are a few ways to treat sleep apnea, including the ones listed below.

• Surgical procedures
• CPAP machine
• Oral appliances that keep the airway open while asleep

CPAP machines are cumbersome and uncomfortable, causing many patients to stop treatment. Conversely, surgical procedures can be costly and frightening.

Alternatively, oral appliances such as a snore guard can make conquering obstructive sleep apnea much easier. At Dr. Aurelia‘s office, you can be fitted for sleep apnea oral appliances.

These appliances are commonly called snore guards, and they position your jaw so that your airway stays open while you are asleep. These snore guards can prevent you from experiencing pauses in your breathing. You can also expect relief from frequent snoring.

Benefits of Dental Sleep Medicine and Oral Appliance Therapy

For years, people who suffered from obstructive sleep apnea were forced to seek relief with a CPAP machine. Since so many patients now qualify for oral appliance therapy, they can enjoy a more restful night without being hooked to a device.

Oral appliances are specialized mouthguards that patients wear. These mouth guards are comfortable and easy to wear.

Who is a Good Candidate for Dental Sleep Medicine and Oral Appliance Therapy?

If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and haven’t been able to adjust to a CPAP machine, oral appliance therapy may be a good fit for your condition.

The Process

Before fitting for oral appliances, patients must undergo a sleep test to receive an official diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea. Once the type of obstructive sleep apnea is determined, the team will assess your case’s severity. When it has been determined that oral appliance therapy is a good fit for you, you will be fitted for your oral appliance.

Sleep Breathing Disorder Treatment in Rochester, Michigan

Are you ready to explore your options for obstructive sleep apnea? Dr. John L. Aurelia and the team at John L. Aurelia, D.D.S., PLLC, are here to answer your questions and address your concerns. Give us a call at (248) 243-6044 or contact us online today.

Dr. John Aurelia
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Dr. John Aurelia, DDS, brings over two decades of expertise in dentistry, having earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2003. An active member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American and Michigan Dental Associations, Dr. Aurelia has also completed advanced studies at the Dawson Academy and Pankey Institute. His dedication extends beyond practice, with a history of humanitarian work in the Dominican Republic and a focus on integrating cutting-edge techniques in implants and cosmetic dentistry. Known for personalized care, Dr. Aurelia is committed to enhancing patients' smiles and confidence.

Dr. Dina Khoury

Dr. Dina Khoury, a dedicated dentist with over 20 years of experience, graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1995. Following her education, she served veterans during her residency at the VA Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Khoury has spent most of her career in private practice, focusing on patients of all ages and specializing in cosmetic dentistry. As an active member of the Rochester community, she combines professional expertise with a personal commitment to patient care and local engagement.