A sleep-related breathing disorder your dentist can often treat. A custom oral appliance, worn at night, that keeps the airway open.
Sleeping well is not a luxury. Many people are not getting their share of it because of sleep apnea, which causes a recurrent reduction in airflow to the respiratory system. It happens when the soft tissues at the back of the throat collapse during sleep, partly closing the windpipe and making the tissues vibrate as air passes them. That vibration is what you recognise as snoring, and chronic snoring may be a symptom of it.
Obstructive sleep apnea can be a serious condition and is associated with heart problems and other health issues. Common symptoms include:
We treat sleep apnea with a custom-made oral appliance. It is worn during sleep and is proven to prevent the tongue and the soft tissues at the back of the throat from collapsing, which keeps the airway open and lets you rest.
For more about sleep apnea and whether an appliance would suit your case, call (914) 967-1242 and make an appointment.
Call the practice, or send a note and we will call you back the same working day. Saturday appointments, free parking, and the Metro‑North platform two minutes away.