03 Dec Helping You Rest With Custom Sleep Devices
Posted at 08:05h in Oral Device Therapy
When you struggle with snoring and often feel exhausted during the day, this could indicate the presence of sleep apnea. With sleep apnea, your sleep is interrupted multiple times a night and you can feel exhausted, and your heart health can be strained too! But at our helpful Schertz, TX, sleep center, we can offer assistance with a custom dental sleep device, helping you feel more alert and safeguarding your overall health too!
Signs You Need A Dental Sleep Device
What are the symptoms of sleep apnea you should be aware of? If your significant other complains about chronic snoring, this could be an indicator. Snoring happens when our airways are partially blocked by soft tissues, and with sleep apnea the collapse of soft tissues completely blocks airflow. You may also wake in the night choking or gasping for air, and wake up with dry mouth. Other symptoms include headaches, moodiness, daytime drowsiness, and issues with memory. When you encounter one or more of these possible symptoms, then reach out to our team for a diagnosis and treatment!
Custom-Fitting Your Oral Appliance
To treat sleep apnea, we don’t rely on a loud and cumbersome CPAP machine. Instead, we will take detailed digital images and measurements of your smile from multiple angles, and use them in a lab setting to custom-fit an oral appliance. The device will be worn as you sleep and fits like a mouthguard. But once in place, the oral appliance will help keep airways open and free of obstruction by shifting your jaw and tongue forward. You then sleep without interruption and wake up feeling refreshed. This helps you avoid the strain on your heart health that often accompanies untreated sleep apnea.
Improving Your Rest at Home
Our team also wants to offer a few tips to help you rest easier. Try to follow a sleep schedule, going to bed and waking up at the same time daily. In the two hours before bed, avoid large meals, vigorous exercise, and excessive alcohol. In the hour before bed, avoid screens. Be sure your bedroom is dark and cool, too! If you have any questions about how a custom oral appliance can help you avoid poor sleep complications, or if you want to see us and use your 2024 dental benefits before they expire, then contact our team today. We look forward to helping you rest easy again!
Sleep Easier With Help From Dr. Drake!
Our team is ready to offer a device that fits comfortably and helps you sleep easier. To learn more about how we treat issues like sleep apnea and snoring, or to schedule an appointment, call Dr. Drake in Schertz, TX at (210) 541-9001 today.