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Discover Our Sleep Apnea and Snoring Solutions

So sleep is something that I sort of found as a niche in this practice. Sleep is important for everyone's overall health. I think, especially lately, more people have understood how important getting good sleep is, and how that's related to every system in your body. With that, I've been trained to treat obstructive sleep apnea with what's called an oral device. Basically with sleep apnea, you have your airways closing periodically throughout the night and you stop breathing. So what that does is it obviously wakes you up so you can reopen your airway. It's also cutting off that oxygen from the rest of your body. Some people can use what's called a CPAP for that to fix the situation, but most people find that very uncomfortable, and they sleep worse when they have that on, just because it can be fairly claustrophobic. With an oral device, I basically take molds of your upper, and lower teeth and your bite, and we make you the device that pulls your lower jaw forward. What that does is it pulls your tongue forward, which kind of tightens up that musculature of the airway so that it won't collapse at night. And what's great with this is it usually is more comfortable than a CPAP. It's easier to travel with, and it's making sure that you're getting the oxygen that you need throughout the night.

Sleep Apnea Treatment in Cincinnati, OH Can Improve Your Health

If you suffer from chronic snoring, visit Bell Dental Group for sleep apnea treatment in Cincinnati to find out if our custom oral appliances can help. Snoring robs you and your loved ones of restful sleep, which increases fatigue during the day and negatively impacts overall health. While snoring can be a primary problem, it can also be a sign of the more serious health condition called obstructive sleep apnea.

To help keep you well-rested and healthy, we offer custom oral appliances to treat primary snoring as well as obstructive sleep apnea. This device allows you to get a full night of quality sleep without disturbance, wake up feeling more rested, be more alert and productive during your workday, snore less so you and your bed partner both sleep better, and enjoy improved health with a lower risk of conditions like high blood pressure. Call us today to get sleep apnea relief: 513-802-9440. You'll find us at 2767 Erie Ave. in the Hyde Park area.

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Our Comfortable & Custom Solutions Alleviate Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a disorder that interrupts normal breathing during sleep. In more serious cases, patients may stop breathing hundreds of times a night. There are two types of sleep apnea:

  • Obstructive sleep apnea, which occurs when the tissues of your throat collapse and cause a complete or partial closing of your airway during sleep.
  • Central sleep apnea, which occurs when your brain fails to signal normal breathing.

A custom oral appliance can limit episodes where obstructive sleep apnea stops your breathing. While a CPAP machine - a common remedy for sleep apnea - uses pressurized air to keep your airway open, our custom oral appliances shift the position of your jaw forward to open and stabilize the airway.

These appliances:

  • Can sometimes be used instead of a CPAP machine
  • Are typically more comfortable and easier to wear
  • In cases where a CPAP is still required, may allow more comfortable settings when worn in combination with a CPAP device

Dr. Maggie Ernst has expanded her practice to include the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. She has completed extensive training with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. She would love to discuss your options for treating snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnea.

Be on the Lookout for Common Sleep Apnea Symptoms

For professional help with sleep apnea, visit the team at Bell Dental Group. We will assist you with finding a sleep study center and then help you determine the best treatment options. For your reference, here are some common sleep apnea symptoms:

  • Frequent migraines or headaches, especially in the morning
  • Chronic snoring
  • Suddenly waking up to the feeling of choking or gasping
  • Frequently waking with a sore or dry throat
  • Sleepiness or inability to focus during the day
  • Forgetfulness

Start sleeping soundly with Cincinnati sleep apnea treatment from Bell Dental Group. Call us today at 513-802-9440 to set up an informative consultation. Be sure to set up an appointment for your next regular checkup as well.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Apnea Treatment

What is sleep apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea, the most common type of sleep apnea, occurs when your air passages become temporarily blocked repeatedly while you sleep. Your tongue and other soft tissues in the back of your throat relax to the point that your airway is restricted, causing you to quit breathing for a few seconds. This cycle can repeat itself dozens of times per hour in severe sleep apnea sufferers.

Why is sleep apnea bad?

Not only will sleep apnea disrupt your sleep to the point that you feel fatigued and are unable to concentrate during the day, but this condition has also been linked to several other serious health problems. Sleep apnea can play a role in high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, and depression. Treating your sleep apnea now will improve your quality of life and potentially help you live longer.

How is sleep apnea treated?

CPAP therapy is often the first recommended treatment for sleep apnea. While CPAP is effective, many people have trouble getting used to having air blown through their mouth and nose. A good alternative treatment option is a custom-fit sleep appliance. It will fit comfortably in your mouth while you sleep, gently moving your lower jaw forward to keep your air passages open.

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