Are you or a loved one struggling with sleep apnea, snoring, and their related side effects? It's time to reclaim your restful sleep with Afdent in Fort Wayne! Our experienced team offers a non-surgical alternative to CPAP machines, designed to help you achieve better, healthier sleep. Our custom-fitted dental sleep appliances provide a comfortable and effective way to manage obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), allowing you to breathe easier, sleep soundly, and wake up feeling refreshed.
What is Sleep Apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. These pauses, called apneas, typically occur when the soft tissues in the back of the throat relax and collapse, obstructing the airway. When they occur repeatedly throughout the night, apneas can disrupt your quality of sleep and your overall health.
Recognizing the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Because sleep apnea often goes undiagnosed, it's essential to recognize the common symptoms, which include:
- Loud snoring
- Waking up choking or gasping for air
- Daytime sleepiness, even after a full night's sleep
- Morning headaches
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability, mood swings, or feelings of depression
- Waking up with a dry mouth or sore throat
If you experience any of these symptoms, it's crucial to contact our Fort Wayne dentists for a sleep apnea consultation. Untreated sleep apnea can significantly impact your quality of life and increase your risk for serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke.
Dental Sleep Appliances
While CPAP machines are a common treatment for sleep apnea, they can be bulky, uncomfortable, and inconvenient for many of our patients. Afdent offers custom-made dental sleep appliances as a discreet and comfortable alternative. These oral appliances are worn during sleep and gently reposition the jaw to maintain an open airway.
Top benefits of sleep apnea oral appliances include:
- Enhanced Comfort: Custom-fitted to your mouth for a snug and comfortable fit.
- Convenient and Portable: Small and travel-friendly, unlike bulky CPAP machines.
- Quiet: No noisy machinery to disrupt your sleep or your partner's.
- Non-Invasive: No surgery or permanent alterations are required.
- Effective Treatment: Clinically proven to reduce snoring and alleviate mild to moderate OSA.
Afdent's Approach to Sleep Apnea Treatment in Fort Wayne
Afdent is dedicated to providing a seamless and patient-friendly experience for those seeking sleep apnea treatment. Our process includes a sleep consultation that will involve discussing your symptoms, medical history, and any previous sleep treatments you've experienced. We'll also conduct an in-office airflow study to assess your breathing.
We may also provide a convenient at-home sleep study kit to gather detailed data about your sleep patterns and oxygen levels.
Based on your sleep study results, we'll take impressions of your teeth and jaw to create a custom-fitted dental sleep appliance, ensuring a comfortable and effective fit. To monitor your progress, we'll schedule regular follow-up appointments at our Fort Wayne dental office and make any necessary adjustments, and ensure the long-term effectiveness of your appliance.
Reclaim Your Sleep Today!
Afdent in Fort Wayne offers a non-surgical solution to improve your sleep and overall health without bulky CPAP machines. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and learn how a custom dental sleep appliance can make a difference in your quality of life!
