How can we help you?
Maintaining a beautiful smile and excellent oral health is easy when you have a trusted dental team to turn to that provides support, education, and answers all your questions thoroughly. At the dental office of Michael J. Franquemont DDS, it is crucial to us that you understand the need for treatment, so we welcome and encourage your questions.
We have shared some of the most commonly asked questions we hear, but don't hesitate to call us at (303) 795-0066 if you need an answer you don't see here.
Sleep Apnea and Snoring
In some cases, snoring results from sleep apnea. If you suspect this condition, we can help with your diagnosis and offer sleep apnea treatment in Centennial.
Remember, not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, but it is crucial to learn
whether you have the condition.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
People with sleep apnea stop breathing several times during the night, which can lead to a host of severe health issues, including:
- High blood pressure
- Sudden heart attack
- Kidney disease
- And more
Fortunately, a timely diagnosis and treatment can significantly lower your risks for these complications.
What Are the Signs of Sleep Apnea?
Aside from snoring, sleep apnea may have few signs early on. But eventually, you might notice:
- Daytime sleepiness
- Irritability and depression
- Throat irritation
- Waking up through the night
How We Treat Sleep Apnea
The CPAP machine is the most common sleep apnea treatment. However, many patients find this machine bulky and hard to acclimate to restful sleep. Your Centennial dentist offers an alternative.
Our oral appliance fits over the teeth and gently keeps the airway open throughout the night.
For Sleep Apnea Treatment Near Me, Contact Us
To learn whether you’re a candidate for appliance therapy or help with a sleep apnea diagnosis, contact our dental team today.
Sleep apnea is a dangerous sleep disorder that causes dysregulated breathing throughout the night.
Patients suffering from sleep apnea may stop breathing multiple times during the night and wake up without even realizing it. This can actually happen hundreds of times for patients with severe sleep apnea.
Here are three telltale signs that you might be suffering from sleep apnea.
#1 Loud Snoring
Snoring that keeps your bed partner awake during the night is one sign of an obstructed airway, which is one cause of sleep apnea.
Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, but if your bed partner accuses you regularly of keeping them up with loud snoring, you may want to consider a sleep study to see if you're dealing with sleep apnea.
#2 Waking Up Choking or Coughing
When your airway is obstructed, you may find yourself choking, coughing, or gasping for air when you wake up.
#3 Frequent Headaches
If you suffer from frequent headaches or migraines, especially in the morning, sleep apnea may be contributing.
Dr. Mike and his team offer sleep apnea treatment in Centennial with custom oral appliances designed to reposition the jaw slightly during sleep and open the airway for clear breathing.
If you're interested in learning more about how your dentist in Centennial, CO, can help you reclaim your rest, contact our team at (303) 795-0066.