Sleep Apnea Treatment Corinth
Get A Restful Night Of Sleep
Obstructive sleep apnea is one of the most commonly diagnosed types of sleep apnea. It’s estimated to impact around 39 million adults in the United States and has been connected to an increased risk of several serious medical conditions, including heart and kidney complications, strokes, and diabetes, among other concerns. Dr. Mackie offers oral appliance treatment and at-home sleep testing to help you reclaim your life from nuisance snoring, poor sleep quality, and OSA. Call Loretto Family Dentistry today to learn more about sleep apnea treatment in Corinth.
Why Choose Loretto Family Dentistry for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
- Comfortable Alternative for CPAP Therapy
- Dentist with Over 15 Years of Experience
- We Accept & Maximize Dental Insurance
What is Sleep Apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition characterized by the cessation of breathing multiple times throughout the night. Due to obstruction of the airway leading to a decreased flow of oxygen. Symptoms of OSA include loud, chronic snoring, excessive daytime fatigue, morning headaches, high blood pressure, and mood changes just to name a few. Studies show that chronic untreated OSA can increase a person’s risk for a heart attack or stroke. Because the body does the most repair and rejuvenation in the deepest levels of sleep, constantly being awakened throughout the night can have a drastic impact on overall health and is tethered to many unwanted health complications.
The Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Untreated sleep apnea can negatively affect your overall quality of life, making it hard to focus and complete everyday tasks because of chronic daytime fatigue. There is also an array of medical conditions that can occur, such as stroke, heart attack, diabetes, and other cardiovascular diseases.
You might also experience:
- Drowsy driving
- Depression
- Moodiness
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of libido
- Pre-term birth for women who are pregnant
- High blood pressure
- And more
Sleep Apnea Treatment Options
At Loretto Family Dentistry, we don’t want our patients to struggle with sleep apnea day after day, which is why we provide safe treatment options that are proven effective. Dr. Mackie is a skilled and talented professional who will meet with you to discuss your symptoms and put you on the right path to better quality sleep.
With us, you don’t have to sleep in a lab to find out whether or not you have obstructive sleep apnea. We want to make the process as comfortable and streamlined as possible, which is why we offer at-home sleep testing. This process monitors your vitals and sleep and breathing patterns throughout the night to give a sleep expert the full picture of what your body is doing while resting. Based on the results, a sleep expert can then determine whether you have obstructive sleep apnea, and collaboratively, we can work towards a solution.
While CPAP therapy is often the most common form of treatment for professionals to recommend, many patients struggle to achieve success because they tire of the bulky machinery and loud noise. Fortunately, there is an alternative option – oral appliance therapy.
The Respire Pink AT is a type of customized oral appliance that is excellent for patients who exhibit mild to moderate sleep apnea as well as bruxism (teeth grinding). It has an ergonomic design that holds the airway open for increased oxygen flow as you rest, allowing your brain to enter into deeper, rejuvenating sleep cycles, easing your sleep apnea symptoms.