Conservative Sleep Apnea Treatment Can Improve Your Quality of Life

If you experience restless sleep, have been told you snore, wake with a gasping sensation, and lack of energy during the day, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. Undiagnosed and untreated, you may be struggling through daily activities and even be at a higher risk for developing serious health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease in the future. Warren R. Gase, DDS, MAGD, a Diplomate of American Board of Sleep Medicine, can screen patients at his Cincinnati, OH, dental office and provide a referral to a sleep specialist. Once you have a confirmed diagnosis, Dr. Gase can provide conservative sleep apnea treatment. Oral appliance therapy can open the airway and for many patients, effectively relieve their symptoms.

Sleep apnea appliance
Oral appliances offer a simple, comfortable alternative to CPAP therapy.

Defining Sleep Apnea

While there are two main types of sleep apnea, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common. OSA occurs when the tissues at the back of the throat, including the tonsils and tongue, become relaxed, blocking the airway and interfering with your breathing.

Sleep apnea can negatively impact your quality of life and increase your risk for developing serious health conditions.

This significantly reduces your oxygen intake, which signals your brain to partially wake your body up to reopen the airway. This interruption in your sleep cycle can happen over 100 times every night.

Symptoms of Sleep Apnea

There are a variety of signs that may be indicative of sleep apnea including:

  • Loud snoring
  • Waking up with a sore or dry throat
  • Fatigue
  • Morning headaches
  • Irritability
  • Difficulty waking up in the morning
  • Forgetfulness

While these symptoms may not seem significant on their own, if you are experiencing several of these warning signs, you should be seen by a doctor. Dr. Gase can refer you to a local sleep specialist for a formal diagnosis.

Why Seek Treatment?

In addition to fatigue and other daily annoyances, sleep apnea can increase your risk for developing serious health conditions. Some of these health issues include:

  • High blood pressure
  • Stroke
  • Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Heart attack

Managing your OSA can substantially improve your health and overall quality of life.

Oral Appliances & Other Treatments

There are a variety of methods available for treating OSA, CPAP, surgery, and oral appliances. These customized mouthpieces fit over your teeth, similar to a sports mouthguard. Designed to shift the jaw slightly forward, the device opens the airway during sleep so you can breathe properly.

Dr. Gase will closely monitor you and evaluate the effectiveness of your appliance with periodic appointments. Throughout treatment, he will also maintain contact with your physicians to ensure that you receive the most appropriate treatment for your needs. If oral appliance therapy is not effective, a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine or oral surgery may be necessary. 

Find Relief Today

Sleep apnea can cause you to feel constantly tired and unfocused, but treatment is available. Schedule a consultation to discuss your symptoms and find relief by contacting Dr. Gase online or calling us at (513) 931-3001.

Dr. Warren Gase

Dr. Warren R. Gase

Dr. Warren R. Gase has provided high-quality dentistry to his hometown of Cincinnati since 1986. Over the past three decades, Dr. Gase's friendly, professional, and detail-oriented service has earned him over 350 five-star reviews. Dr. Gase is a member of various prestigious organizations:

  • American Dental Association
  • Ohio Dental Association
  • Cincinnati Dental Society
  • American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
  • Academy of General Dentistry
     

Additionally, he uses high-end dental technology and offers flexible financing options. To schedule a visit to our dentist in Finneytown, request an appointment online or call us at (513) 931-3001.

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"If you are looking for a new dentist, look no further. Dr. Gase, along with his staff are top notch!!! Everyone is always very friendly and very helpful. It's like one big happy family. And your teeth get the treatment they deserve." Laila S.

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