Do you know if you snore? If so, you may want to learn about sleep apnea – a serious health condition where breathing becomes repeatedly obstructed during sleep. As an expert in how the teeth and jaws work together, Dr. Bradley Olson is a great choice for Waldorf sleep apnea treatment.
There are several ways of treating sleep apnea. Dr. Olson provides oral appliances (or mouthguards) that help position jaws so airflow will not become obstructed. Dr. Olson can evaluate you, and if necessary, refer you to a sleep specialist if you are concerned with the following symptoms:
- Chronic fatigue
- Dry mouth upon waking
- Observed snoring
- Observed breathing cessation
- Forgetfulness, especially with short-term memory
- Decreased mental acuity
Once a sleep apnea diagnosis has been made by a patient’s sleep physician, Dr. Olson can provide appliance therapy. Many sleep apnea patients in Waldorf are familiar with the CPAP: a wind machine which must be worn over your face all night long. By comparison, an oral appliance is much more comfortable and a simpler solution. For most patients, they provide effective sleep apnea relief in a way that respects your natural sleep patterns. Oral appliances reduce snoring, too!
Sleep apnea is correlated with these serious health conditions:
- An increased risk of GERD
- Diabetes
- Reflux disease
- Obesity
- Other breathing issues
Fortunately, sleep apnea can fortunately be successfully managed with treatment, such as oral appliance therapy. You can find peace of mind – and a restful night’s sleep – by visiting Dr. Bradley Olson. He can protect your teeth and much more, since healthy oral function is vital for overall wellness. Discuss your concerns about sleep apnea with Waldorf dentist, Dr. Bradley Olson today.
