Sleep Apnea
Santa Monica Dental Office, Hale & Hale DDS
Helps Sufferers of Sleep Apnea Get the Sleep They Need
Our dentists have been using effective sleep apnea treatments to help patients get back to sleep, and wake feeling fully rested. Sleep Apnea can be a serious problem, and though millions of Americans suffer from the condition, few understand just how many problems it can cause.
If you or your loved one snores, there’s a good chance that sleep apnea is the cause. Snoring is more than just annoying, when caused by sleep apnea it can be dangerous. It disrupts breathing patterns, which robs the brain of oxygen, causing damage every night, a little bit at a time. Sleep apnea can also have detrimental effects on other organs as well – the good news is that relief is easy to find when you know where to look:
"I felt like I was in a dream all the time. I never really slept at night. My wife slept in the living room that we both hated. I was tired at work. Things were always foggy. And driving home at the end of the day was scary sometimes. I would fight to stay awake. My dentist worked with my doctor to treat my sleep apnea. He fitted me with a mouth piece that I can wear when I have trouble with my machine. I didn’t get an all or nothing option. The two things make sure that I’m getting rest every night. It’s made all of the difference in the world."
Sleep Apnea risks and symptoms:
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Depression
- Increased risk of work-related or driving accidents
- Increased risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, obesity and diabetes
- Heartburn
- Insomnia
- Rapid weight gain
- Morning headaches
The Most Common Kind of Sleep Apnea
The most common kind of sleep apnea is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome. Sleep apnea means “cessation of breath.” It is characterized by repetitive episodes of upper airway obstruction that occur during sleep, usually associated with a reduction in blood oxygen saturation. In other words, the airway becomes obstructed at several possible sites.
The upper airway can be obstructed by excess tissue in the airway, large tonsils, and a large tongue and usually includes the airway muscles relaxing and collapsing when asleep. Another site of obstruction can be the nasal passages. Sometimes the structure of the jaw and airway can be a factor in sleep apnea.
Our dentists have extensive sleep apnea diagnostic and treatment experience. They have restored the health of hundreds of their Santa Monica dental patients by focusing on real solutions and options. They examine your complete condition and works with your medical doctors to achieve optimal health.
Find out whether sleep apnea may be preventing you from a good night’s sleep. If it is, Hale & Hale, DDS can get you relief! Give them a call at their Santa Monica dental office today!
Meet our Team
Dr. Ragoza and Dr. Harkavy are the newest additions to a trusted dental practice that has long been a pillar of the L.A. and Santa Monica communities since 1987. They continue the legacy of excellence that has made this practice a favorite among entertainment and tech professionals, community leaders, and anyone who values exceptional dentistry in a welcoming, modern environment.
Dr. Ragoza
DMD
Dr. Harkavy
DDS
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