Sleep Apnea Therapy

Treatment for Sleep Apnea in Queens

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that cause frequent pauses in breathing during sleep most often due to a narrow or obstructed airway. Symptoms include:

• Loud snoring
• Daytime sleepiness
• Teeth grinding
• Mouth breathing (dry mouth)
• Difficulty staying asleep
• Difficulty paying attention
• Irritability.

The appliance fits in your mouth much like a mouth guard or retainer. It moves the lower jaw forward to help prevent the collapse of the tongue and soft tissues in the back of your throat.

Indications for Oral Appliance Therapy:

• Patients who cannot tolerate a CPAP ( continuous positive airways pressured)
• Patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea
• Combination therapy
• Less cleaning and maintenance compare to CPAP
• Much easier to travel with (secondary device).

Schedule a consultation by calling (718) 224-4200.