Feel Rested After Treatment for Sleep Apnea in Cave Creek

You know sleep apnea in Cave Creek, AZ is annoying if you and other members of your household are losing sleep due to your snoring. However, you may not realize how unhealthy it is. Research has linked it to serious conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and stroke. We treat sleep apnea with a custom-made oral appliance.

Our treatment will:

  • Enable you to breathe easily throughout the night
  • Reduce risk of other health problems
  • Let you feel refreshed and alert during the day
  • Minimize symptoms like dry mouth and headaches
  • Stop your snoring
  • Help you avoid the hassles of a CPAP machine

Call 480-420-9562 to set up a consultation at Aesthetic Family Dentistry.

Get the Deep, Quality Sleep That You Deserve

Address Your Sleep Disorder
Address Your Sleep Disorder

The National Center on Sleep Disorders Research estimates that more than 20 million Americans suffer from sleep-disordered breathing. If you think you’re one of them, Dr. Russell Roderick will assess you and may recommend a study.

If you have obstructive sleep apnea, a condition in which your tongue or other tissue blocks your airway multiple times a night, you may already have a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine. It keeps your airway open with a stream of pressurized air that you breathe in through a mask worn over your face. You may have stopped wearing it if you or your bed partner found it distracting or uncomfortable.

Discover A Comfortable Solution
Discover A Comfortable Solution

Dr. Roderick has successfully fitted many former CPAP users with custom-made sleep apnea mouthguards, known as mandibular advancement devices. These devices work by gently shifting the lower jaw forward, which tightens the airway muscles and keeps them unobstructed during sleep. Compared to CPAP machines, many patients find these mouthguards more comfortable, as they eliminate the need for a facial mask and avoid the drying effect of forced air on the mouth and throat.

Mouthguards offer several advantages over traditional CPAP therapy. They’re easier to use, with no risk of getting tangled in tubing, and require no electricity or batteries, making them portable and usable anywhere. Additionally, mouthguards are less distracting for both the user and their bed partner, integrating more seamlessly into nightly routines.

Call Aesthetic Family Dentistry at 480-420-9562 or schedule online if you’re seeking treatment for sleep apnea in Cave Creek, AZ. Make this part of your general dental care.

Common Questions About Sleep Apnea

What is sleep apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea, the most common type of sleep apnea, occurs when your air passages become temporarily blocked repeatedly while you sleep. Your tongue and other soft tissues in the back of your throat relax to the point that your airway is restricted, causing you to quit breathing for a few seconds. This cycle can repeat itself dozens of times per hour in severe sleep apnea sufferers.

 

Why is sleep apnea bad?

Sleep apnea not only disrupts your sleep, but it has also been linked to several major health conditions. These include high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, and depression. Getting treatment early on can help you avoid these health issues, enjoy a better quality of life, and even potentially help you live longer.

 

Will sleep apnea go away?

Unfortunately, sleep apnea is not something that will go away on its own. You can find dramatic improvement through treatment and lifestyle changes. Weight loss, smoking cessation, and abstaining from alcohol are all beneficial, in addition to sleep apnea treatment with an oral appliance from our office.