Oral Appliance Therapy
is like wearing a retainer during the night, to realign the jaw slightly and allow more air through the airway.
Combined Therapy
is an innovative approach to offering sustained snore relief for severe sleep apnea. This combined approach utilizes a CPAP and an oral appliance allowing less pressure needed to deliver results.
CPAP
includes wearing a device throughout the night that forces oxygen into the nasal passages.
Surgery
Newer techniques are always evolving. The newest involves a nerve stimulator implanted in the chest.
For those of you seeking treatments for snoring and sleep apnea, schedule a consultation by calling 304-744-1251 or by making an appointment online here. We can work together to get you sleeping more soundly!
Sleep Apnea Treatment from West Virginia Sleep Solutions Benefits Sleepless Snorers
Healthy teeth, healthy gums and also…healthy sleep! When it comes to oral health care, patients turn to me for guidance, and many learn that a visit to WVSS can also help improve their sleep.
I practice dental sleep medicine, which is a growing segment of dentistry that focuses on managing snoring and sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy. An oral appliance is an effective alternative to the standard continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine and mask.
Oral appliance therapy uses a mouth guard-like device worn only during sleep to maintain an open, unobstructed airway by supporting the jaw in a forward position. Many medical insurance plans, including Medicare, cover oral appliances. First, a physician must diagnose you with obstructive sleep apnea and prescribe oral appliance therapy for you. Then, I can work with you to select the best oral appliance for your needs. I will custom-fit the device using impressions and models of your teeth.
