If You Don’t Snooze, You Lose

Although few will admit to it, most of us will snore on occasion. Commonly, if we suffer from allergies, drink alcohol, or sleep on our back, we may find ourselves letting out the occasional snort or breathing heavily. When the snoring is chronic, however, and there are pauses followed by gasping or choking noises, it could be a sign of sleep apnea. This could be a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. The effects of which can lead to waking up frequently, sleepiness during the day, headaches, depression and memory issues. A custom fit oral sleep appliance can dramatically improve your sleep, and in turn, revitalize your health. Oral appliance therapy can effectively and easily fit into your lifestyle. They are easy to wear, quiet and portable.

 

At C R Dental Group, located in Dallas, Texas, Dr. James Reisman and Dr. Jordana Contrucci are qualified to identify and treat patients that may benefit from oral appliance therapy. Talk to your dentist if you have concerns that you may have sleep apnea so that, together, you can form the best plan of treatment so that you can “rest” assured you, and your partner, are getting the best sleep possible.