First experience with this office and found everything to be superior, from Dr Ky to the assistants and administrative staff. Thorough explanations all the way from first consult to check out. This is the least amount of pain of any dental procedure I’ve ever had. They care about you and want to lessen any discomfort.
Don’t Wait to Do Something About Your Sleep Disorder
Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing hundreds of times throughout the night. When your breathing stops, usually from your tongue or tissues blocking your throat, your body responds by waking you up briefly so you can breathe again. These lapses in breathing leave you feeling exhausted.
People who have sleep apnea have an increased risk of other health problems. These include high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, and strokes. This condition can increase complications of diabetes. It also may leave you more prone to be involved in car accidents due to lack of healthy sleep.
To treat apnea, you need to keep your airways open when you sleep. Though a CPAP is sometimes used, many patients prefer an oral appliance. An appliance changes the position of your jaw, which lets you continue breathing. It is:
- Less disruptive than a CPAP
- More comfortable to wear
- Easy to transport
- Simple to use anywhere, not just in your own bed
Anyone can develop this sleep disorder, but you are more likely to have it if you are overweight, have a large neck, are male, or have a family history of this condition. Common symptoms include chronic snoring, daytime fatigue, irritability, mood swings, or a sore throat upon awakening.
If you suspect you may have it, talk to us about it at your next exam or call 605-277-9049 to request a consultation. You can schedule online, too. Change your life by treating your sleep apnea in Aberdeen, SD.