SLEEP APNEA & SNORING

Sleep Apnea & Snoring

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a medical condition, so medical insurance, not dental, is used to cover the cost of your oral appliance device.

Oral appliances can be used as the first line of therapy for patients who have been diagnosed with mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea that cannot tolerate their prescribed CPAP. Custom dental appliances for sleep apnea are covered by most medical insurance companies.

Together, we work with your physician to create a custom, comfortable device for you that’s so easy to wear, you’ll have the opportunity to get back to sound, restful sleep faster than you may think. The appliance moves the lower jaw forward and holds it there while the patient sleeps. In doing this, the tongue is also pulled forward and is prevented from falling back and occluding the airway. Call Dr. Ney today to see if oral appliance therapy is right for you!

Snoring is a Symptom of Sleep Apnea

An estimated 80 million people in North America snore. Taking into account the snorer’s spouse and children, as many as 160 million people are negatively affected by snoring. Snoring not only interrupts your sleep cycle, it can also be a symptom of a condition called sleep apnea. Snoring is a problem that affects 67% of adults. It is conservatively estimated over 120 million people in the United States snore every night. Snoring can cause disrupted sleep for both snorers and their sleeping.

Snoring is the sound you make when your airway is blocked while you are asleep. It’s caused by tissues at the top of your airway that strike each other and vibrate. Snoring is common, especially among older people and those who are overweight. When severe, snoring can cause you to frequently wake up throughout the night. It can also disrupt your bed partner’s sleep!

Ultimately, snoring can also be a sign of a serious sleep disorder called Sleep Apnea. You should consider seeing your health care provider if you are often tired during the day, don’t feel that you sleep well, or wake up gasping.

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