Sleep Apnea Treatment
Asha Dental in Leawood and Lenexa, KS
Airway function, if not proper, can impact your sleep and your overall health. When the airway is blocked or too small, you may not get the required amount of oxygen that the body requires to function correctly. Thus it can cause a wide range of issues in children and adults. Sleep apnea treatment in Lenexa is tailored to fix the problems related to small airways.
Impact of Sleep Apnea on Health
Sleep is very much necessary for our body’s proper functioning. Those who have problems getting a good night’s sleep are fully aware of its consequences. Issues with airways can prevent you from having a deep sleep. It instead makes you wake constantly. It can have various health implications such as:
- Snoring
- Clenching and grinding of the teeth
- Chronic allergies
- Chronic fatigue
- Headaches
- Issues with TMJ disorder
- Put you at risk of heart attack and stroke
- Put you at more risk of high blood pressure
- Increase in your overall weight
- Increases the possibility of heart disease
How can we help you sleep again?
Our dentist provides the best sleep apnea treatment in Lenexa with advanced training in diagnosing and treating sleep issues. We use less intrusive options such as dental devices that gently tease the lower jaw forward, thus protecting the tongue from obstructing the central air passage. These dental devices can be easily worn by patients and eliminate the need for any surgeries.
Here are the two treatment methods available in Asha Dental Lenexa for sleep apnea.
- CPAP – It is also known as continuous positive airway pressure. It is a device using which constant air is forced through the mouth or nose to create an air sprint capable of keeping the upper airway open during sleep.
- Oral Appliances – These appliances are also commonly known as dental orthotics, mandibular advancement appliances, mandibular advancements splints or mandibular advancement devices and tongue retaining devices, etc. These dental splints consist of the ability to place the mandible in an advanced position at the time of sleep.
Advantages of Oral Appliance Therapy
It is one of the best alternatives for those who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. Mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea can be treated with oral appliance therapy. It is easy to wear, comfortable, and can be made as a custom-fit for the patient. Thus the fit is excellent, and it resembles the size of a mouthguard.
Get a Consultation
Learn more about how we can help treat your sleep apnea problem by giving us a call or walking into our dental office after taking a prior appointment.
Here’s how the process works:
Schedule an appointment.
We understand how hectic life can be, so we work hard to schedule considerately around your commitments.
Enjoy a stress-free treatment.
Our team is committed to making your experience in our office positive. We’ll do everything we can to keep you comfortable and ensure that you’re pleased with the results.
Celebrate a healthy smile.
With teeth that look and feel great, you can eat and smile with total confidence!
We provide quality dental care in Leawood and Lenexa, KS.