Healthy teeth, healthy gums and also…healthy sleep! When it comes to oral health care, patients turn to me for guidance,and many learn that a visit to a dental office can also help improve their sleep.
I practice dental sleep medicine, which is a growing segment of dentistry that focuses on managing snoring and sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy. An oral appliance is an effective alternative to the standard continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine and mask.
Oral appliance therapy uses a mouth guard-like device worn only during sleep to maintain an open, unobstructed airway by supporting the jaw in a forward position.Many medical insurance plans, including Medicare, cover oral appliances. First, a physician must diagnose you with obstructive sleep apnea and prescribe oral appliance therapy for you. Then,I can work with you to select the best oral appliance for your needs. I will custom-fit the device using impressions and models of your teeth.
Many patients prefer oral appliance therapy as a solution for living with sleep apnea. It provides them much improved sleep and offers the following benefits:
For those of you seeking treatments for snoring and sleep apnea, schedule a consultation by calling (716) 689-8882 or making an appointment online at https://doctormccarthy.com We can work together to get you sleeping more soundly!
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