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Do you recognize these scenes in your household? The deafening snores that disrupt a good night’s sleep? Or perhaps there’s a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine, once prescribed but now collecting dust in a closet?
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that often plagues households, impacting not only the affected individuals but also their loved ones.
While the medical community predominantly recommends CPAP machines for sleep apnea, their high rejection rate can leave patients seeking an alternative.
Recognizing Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can manifest through various symptoms, which may include:
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Unrefreshing sleep
- Memory and concentration problems
- Morning or nighttime headaches
- Heartburn or sour mouth taste at night
- Swelling in the legs
- Frequent nocturnal urination
- Sweating and chest pain while sleeping
- Episodes of not breathing (apnea), ranging from mild (few as 5 times an hour) to severe (over 50 times an hour)
- Loud snoring (though not all snorers have sleep apnea)
- Restless tossing and turning during sleep
- Nighttime choking or gasping
Please note that children may also suffer from sleep apnea, with symptoms including snoring, mouth breathing, bedwetting, poor school performance, and stunted growth. Identifying and addressing sleep apnea in children is crucial for their healthy development.
The Traditional Treatment: CPAP Machines
The conventional treatment for obstructive sleep apnea is the CPAP machine. It involves wearing a mask that delivers a continuous stream of air to prevent the collapse of soft tissues in the throat and maintain unobstructed breathing.
However, unfortunately, many individuals find it challenging to tolerate the CPAP machine, resulting in its underutilization.
A More Comfortable Solution
At Pannu Dental Group, we offer a comfortable and effective method to manage sleep apnea. Our dental devices provide an alternative to CPAP machines. These custom-made devices are designed to keep your airway open, ensuring a restful night’s sleep without the need for a mask.
Dr. Pannu, a dedicated member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, is committed to providing the best and most advanced treatments for sleep apnea.
We use cutting-edge tools like the Eccovision® Acoustic Pharyngometer and Rhinometer to assess your upper airway and identify potential obstructions. By employing non-invasive acoustic reflection technology, we can precisely locate and evaluate any airway issues.
Our commitment to your well-being extends to the Embletta® X100, a sleep study device that helps diagnose sleep apnea. By analyzing your sleeping patterns, we can provide comprehensive results to a sleep physician for further evaluation and treatment.
Do you or a loved one suffer from sleep Apnea? Talk to us.
Don’t let sleep apnea affect your quality of life. If you suspect you or a loved one is suffering from sleep apnea, contact Pannu Dental Group today. Our experienced team serves Cupertino, San Jose, Fremont, and Dublin, California, and is ready to help you achieve restful nights and improved vitality.
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