Sleep Apnea Treatment – Sycamore, IL
Staying On Top of Your Health and Wellbeing
You may be wondering how snoring can be bad. The reality is snoring can indicate that a sleep breathing disorder is present. Recognized as one of the most common health problems in the United States, sleep apnea may be present if loud snoring occurs. The good news is the dentists at Grand Dental – Sycamore have special training to recognize these concerns and provide long-lasting sleep apnea treatment for Sycamore, IL dental patients.
Why Choose Grand Dental - Sycamore for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
- Lower Your Risk for Systemic Illnesses
- Receive Comfortable, Customized Oral Appliances
- Start Feeling Well-Rested Again
Why Sleep Apnea is so Dangerous
Sleep apnea disrupts your sleep cycle and breathing. In fact, apnea literally means “without breath,” which is why it’s not the same as snoring. As snoring stops, it’s likely that breathing has stopped as well. In response, the body jolts you awake, despite the fact you are not even aware that you’ve woken up. This constant cycle of sleeping and waking hundreds of times a night is precisely what leaves you tired the next morning.
This is why another common symptom of sleep apnea is chronic fatigue. However, did you know symptoms like these can put yourself and even others in harm’s way, especially if you drive a vehicle regularly? In fact, those who are sleep-deprived are even more likely to cause an accident than a drunk driver!
Of course, chronic fatigue isn’t the only issue. Sleep apnea is also linked to:
- High blood pressure
- Strokes
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart attacks
- Heart failure
- Worsened ADHD and depression
The Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
The most common symptom is snoring, however, there are other signs to keep in mind, including:
- Chronic daytime fatigue or sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Sore throat
- Insomnia
- Short-term memory loss
- Nighttime restlessness
- Difficultly concentrating or remembering information
Are you experiencing these symptoms? Have a partner who is? Call us!
How We Can Help
We’ll partner you with a primary physician so a sleep study can be completed. From there, we generally prescribe a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine. This ensures your air passages stay open through the night. If this device becomes too difficult to use, we can also provide you with custom-made oral appliances that works similar to a nightguard. This device keeps the mouth and throat in a position conducive to sleep.