You have probably seen television shows about makeovers. It is amazing what new clothes, a new hairstyle and professionally applied makeup can do to create a whole new look. Smile makeovers may not be as widely publicized, but they are equally as effective in making others view you in a whole new light. Cosmetic dentist, Dr. May & Dr. Layth can improve your smile through one or more cosmetic dental procedures and have you flashing a gorgeous smile in less time than you may think.
Visiting a sleep study clinic will help you get a better diagnosis of sleep apnea. Our dentists have training and experience treating moderate sleep apnea and snoring. In several cases, patients require CPAP. A dental appliance may also be used if CPAP is too uncomfortable or difficult to be effective. Our sleep apnea treatment will help you sleep better and also feel better during the waking hours.
Have you been told you make gasping noises when sleeping or that you snore loudly? There is a chance you have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea occurs when a person continually stops breathing for 10 seconds or for a minute or even more when sleeping. A person with sleep apnea can stop breathing hundreds of times within a sleeping period of 8 hours. Sleep disorder breathing in kids has been associated with ADHD and is the main factor that contributes to orthodontics. Moreover, kids who experience persistent sleep apnea are 6 times more likely to develop behavioural issues such as social competency problems, communication problems, hyperactivity as well as bedwetting. Getting an early diagnosis is important.
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway gets blocked completely, so air does not move into the lungs. The condition starts with the airway being obstructed, so a person starts to snore. As the airway continues to close, a person stops breathing completely — the lack of oxygen signals the brain to wake you up.
Bearing in mind the condition repeats several times a night, sleep apnea will have some effects on your mind and body. During the day, you may notice:
Your trachea can become completely blocked during sleep for several different reasons, such as:
This is a type of sleep apnea that occurs when the brain fails to inform your breathing muscles to move. The symptoms may be the same as those of obstructive sleep apnea. It is only with a proper diagnosis that you will be able to know the condition you have and get the right treatment.
Sleep apnea is a condition that not just interrupts sleep but also the quality of a person’s life. If you are in Barrie and have a sleep apnea diagnosis, our dentists can provide a treatment that works for you. There are several types of oral appliances that can be prescribed to treat sleep apnea. The most common appliances include:
Snoring results from a partially blocked airway. Blockage can be caused by the tongue or excess fat. The likelihood of snoring is increased by:
Our dentists use oral appliance therapy to treat sleep apnea and snoring. If you snore loudly or have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, contact Molson Park Dental Office in Barrie today for a treatment consultation.
