Sleep Apnea might be more common than you’d expect. Nearly 18 million Americans, or 1 in 15, struggle with the disorder. Many who have sleep apnea are unaware of the symptoms, even once they wake up. As such, it’s often caught by others before individuals can put the pieces together. The severity of sleep apnea hinges largely on the duration of each episode, meaning, the longer that someone’s breathing is obstructed or halted, the more dangerous the condition can become.
Luckily, regardless of the severity, there is a relatively new and very effective treatment option for those with sleep apnea. Quality Dental Care is proud to provide our sleep appliance therapy for those around Omaha, NE. Our highly experienced team delivers quality care and superior service to each of our patients. Read on to learn more about how our sleep appliance therapy can help mitigate the dangers of sleep apnea.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Explained
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnea, caused by a partial or total blockage of the upper airway. The average apnea, meaning, “without breath”, lasts 20 to 40 seconds. This type of sleep apnea is often accompanied with snoring, and can go decades undiagnosed, because the person having apneas is rarely aware of them upon waking up.
Some people can have OSA temporarily. If you’re dealing with tonsillitis, congestion, or swollen tonsils, it’s not uncommon to see infrequent signs of sleep apnea that fade over time. But many people deal with it routinely and consistently, and it’s in these cases especially that it’s important to seek some form of treatment.
Seeking Sleep Apnea Treatment?
If you’re seeking a form of sleep apnea treatment, come on into our Omaha office to see if our treatment is a good fit for you. You can call us at 402.431.8844 to schedule a free consultation. You can also contact us here.