Be at Your Best with Sleep Apnea Treatment from Your Dentist

Wondering what to do because you recently received a sleep apnea diagnosis? When someone is diagnosed with sleep apnea is necessary for them to understand the treatment options available to them. Sleep apnea is a serious sleeping disorder that requires treatment. Because there are only a few treatment options available, it is a good idea to understand what each of these are. Since everyone is different, it is recommended that anyone who is diagnosed look into all of the treatment options available as this will allow them a better understanding of which one will meet their particular needs.

What does it mean to be diagnosed with sleep apnea?

When someone receives a sleep apnea diagnosis it means that they stop breathing during the night. They can stop breathing for a couple of seconds or for more than a minute, which can happen hundreds of times every single night. The reason someone is not able to breathe properly when sleeping at night is that their airflow is either minimized or completely blocked altogether. One of the many causes that can lead to a sleep apnea diagnosis is being overweight, as when someone who is overweight lies down their soft tissues tend to relax so much that it completely blocks their airway.

When someone is living with sleep apnea they simply are not able to live their life to the fullest as their body is not getting the rest it needs for proper functioning.

Sleep apnea treatments from a dentist

Seeking out the services of a dentist who has been specifically trained in treating patients who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea is always recommended. While there are other options available for treating this common sleeping disorder, the treatment options a dentist can provide our noninvasive and that is what many people are looking for.

CPAP machine

A CPAP machine, also known as a continuous positive air pressure machine, is one of the more popular treatment options for sleep apnea. A CPAP machine must be worn during the night as it provides just enough air pressure to keep one’s airway open while they are sleeping.

Questions?

If you have any questions about sleep apnea or how a dentist can help you with any treatment services you need so you can sleep better, all you need to do is give us a call. We completely understand how difficult it can be for those who have received a sleep apnea diagnosis to function every day when they have not received a good night’s sleep. In order for you to get back on track to sleeping well, it is essential that you contact a professional for their advice as soon as possible.

Request an appointment here: https://www.diamondheaddentalcare.com or call Diamond Head Dental Care at (808) 450-2101 for an appointment in our Honolulu office.