If you have struggled with sleep apnea in the past, you may have tried treatment with a CPAP machine. These can help maintain airflow while you rest, but they may not be comfortable or convenient. Your team at Medina Sleep Solutions in Medina, OH, offers alternative treatments to your CPAP that may help improve your symptoms and help you rest better.
What Is A CPAP?
A Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine can be used to help improve the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA causes you to periodically stop breathing throughout the night, which can cause you to wake up gasping for air and can disrupt your nightly rest cycle. This condition can be dangerous, as it can increase your blood pressure and raise your risk of several health conditions. This device can be effective in reducing your symptoms, but unfortunately, many patients find the machine to feel claustrophobic and inconvenient. Thankfully, there are now advanced solutions for this disorder that are more comfortable and just as effective.
Using An Oral Appliance
An oral appliance is a custom device that you wear at night to reduce symptoms of snoring or sleep disorders. Unlike a CPAP machine, this device does not require you to wear a mask or plug it in for continuous airflow. Instead, you will wear your oral appliance like a mouthguard. It can help keep your airways open at night by positioning your jaw correctly and keeping your tongue in place. We will precisely tailor your oral appliance to your smile, ensuring a more comfortable fit than a CPAP machine. Additionally, the device is small enough to allow you to easily travel with it, and it is easy to care for.
Common Signs Of OSA
Are you unsure if you have a problem with snoring or obstructive sleep apnea? It can be difficult to diagnose these conditions, as they happen when you are not awake. However, there are a few signs that you can look out for to determine if you need professional treatment. If your partner has complained about your loud, frequent snoring, this is often a telltale sign that there is a more serious underlying problem. Additionally, if you experience symptoms such as dry mouth or headaches in the morning, chronic fatigue, or mood changes, these could be signs that you are experiencing the disorder. Our risk assessment quiz and a consultation with our team may be able to help diagnose the condition. Anyone can have OSA, but there are some risk factors that increase your chances of the condition. You can take our risk assessment quiz today before talking to our team.
Schedule An Appointment With Our Team
We can help you find a helpful solution for your sleep disorder. To learn more, call Medina Sleep Solutions in Medina, OH, at (234) 219-3486 today!