Sleep Dentistry, Trouble Sleeping, Snoring, Sore Throat, Dry Throat, Morning, Headaches, Drowsiness, Sleep Apnea

If you’re having trouble sleeping Briarwood Dental in Ankeny, IA can help whether it is as simple as snoring or as complex as sleep apnea. At Briarwood Dental, we offer snoring and sleep apnea appliance which move the jaw forward to keep the airways open during sleep.So if you snore, stop breathing, or gasp during sleep, our knowledgeable and friendly staff can help get you to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. We encourage you to contact our dental office today to learn more and to schedule an appointment with our dentists.

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder marked by interruptions and pauses in breathing during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by obstructions in the airway, such as the tongue rolling back in the throat or collapsed tissues in the airway. Untreated sleep apnea can contribute to several serious health conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and liver problems.

Sleep apnea must be diagnosed by a sleep physician. We recommend that you request your appointment with us today, as well as your doctor, if you suffer from the symptoms of sleep apnea. Common signs of sleep apnea include:

• Extreme drowsiness during the day
• Personality changes and irritability
• Difficulty staying asleep
• Snoring
• Awakening with a very dry or sore throat
• Frequent morning headaches

Sleep apnea treatment may depend on the severity of the condition. If you suffer from mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, we may recommend an oral appliance. The oral appliance works to treat obstructive sleep apnea by fitting over your teeth and keeping your airway open while you sleep. It can work by preventing the tongue from blocking the air passage or by holding your jaw in a position that prevents airway blockages during sleep. For more information on sleep apnea treatment, we welcome you to call us or request an appointment today. We are committed to helping you improve your health!