Sleep apnea sufferers often feel groggy upon waking and can't seem to shake that foggy-headed feeling. Irritability, forgetfulness, and falling asleep at improper times are symptoms of sleep apnea. In addition, most people with sleep apnea snore, which can disrupt the sleep of others. Dr. Winters creates custom-fitted snoreguards to alleviate snoring and sleep apnea and help patients get a good night's rest.
What is sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea affects slumber and may endanger overall health. The condition occurs when air passages become blocked and airflow stops for periods of ten seconds or longer, repeatedly. These lapses trigger the brain to wake up the body to breathe. The person awakens or enters a lighter stage of sleep. This process can happen again and again throughout a sleep session.
How does Dr. Winters treat sleep apnea and snoring?
Dr. Winters will evaluate your symptoms and conduct a thorough examination. If he believes you have sleep apnea, he'll create a custom-made snoreguard that repositions the tongue and lower jaw to open air passages and restore peaceful, healthy slumber. The device can also eliminate snoring to let your entire household rest peacefully! To accurately diagnose sleep apnea, Dr. Winters may recommend a sleep study.
Advanced Dentistry for Distinctive Smiles. Call our Tulsa dental office today to schedule your sleep apnea evaluation and snoreguard fitting with Dr. Winters. We give Jenks, Broken Arrow, Bixby, Owasso, and surrounding areas personalized service and exemplary care.