Dentist Treat Sleep Apnea and Snoring Conditions

 Dentist Treat Sleep Apnea and Snoring conditions Too!

Sleep Apnea Patchogue

Are you or your partner suffering from Sleep Apnea?

Is snoring at night keeping you awake? Are you suffering from daytime sleepiness? If yes, you may be interested in Dental Sleep Medicine which is an area of practice that focuses on the management of sleep-related breathing disorders.

The most common type of Sleep Apnea is obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), in which breathing is disrupted by an obstruction in the airway of the nose, mouth or throat. Another less common type is Central Sleep Apnea, in which case there’s nothing blocking the airway, but the brain doesn’t alert the breathing muscles to start moving.

Other possible symptoms include but are not limited to: problems with memory, learning, or concentration, frequent morning headaches, urinating frequently during the night, Irritability, depression or mood swings, and even a dry throat after waking.

If you or someone you know is experiencing any of the above symptoms, you may be a good candidate to be tested for Sleep Apnea. Dr. Shannon can get you started in the privacy of your own home. The office would provide an easy to use kit that you would check initially for any signs of Sleep Apnea. Call the office and set up a consultation today.

Dentists Treat Sleep Apnea

Did you know that many dentists are trained to help treat and manage your snoring and sleep apnea? The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) is a professional society for dentists who help patients control snoring and obstructive sleep apnea through the use of oral appliance therapy.

If you have trouble tolerating continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy or prefer an alternate treatment for sleep apnea, talk to an AADSM dentist today. Oral appliance therapy can help you and your bed partner get a good night’s sleep, and it will improve your health and quality of life.

Doctor Shannon has passed the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (ABDSM) examination receive the credential of Diplomata, ABDSM. The Diplomate credential is your assurance that a dentist has education, training, experience and competence in dental sleep medicine.

Introduction to Oral Appliance Therapy
Oral appliance therapy is an effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring. Provided by a dentist, oral appliance therapy uses a custom-fit, “mouth guard-like” device worn only during sleep. Oral appliance therapy helps maintain an open, unobstructed airway. The following video clip provides a brief overview of the fitting process for an oral appliance. Read more about oral appliance therapy for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine is the only non-profit national professional society dedicated exclusively to the practice of dental sleep medicine. The AADSM promotes the use of oral appliance therapy for the treatment of sleep-disordered breathing, including snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Established in 1991, the AADSM has more than 3,000 member dentists worldwide.