Advanced Dental Associates of Tampa Palms offers oral appliance therapy to help correct your breathing patterns while you sleep. This will not only improve your oral health but your overall health as well. We want you to have a good night’s sleep, and our dentists can provide treatment to help you get the rest you need! Call our dental office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rodney Holcombe, or Dr. Sara Sheffield to learn more about sleep apnea treatment in Tampa. Or, if you think you may be suffering from sleep apnea, you can fill out our sleep apnea questionnaire!
Sleep Apnea Treatment Tampa
Rest Better & Stop Snoring
Why Choose Advanced Dental Associates of Tampa Palms for Sleep Apnea Treatment?
- 100% Custom-Made Sleep Mouth Guards
- Can Help Stop Snoring
- More Comfortable CPAP Alternative
What Is Sleep Apnea?
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.
The Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea must be diagnosed by a sleep physician. We recommend that you talk to our dentists, as well as your physician, 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
- Waking up with a very dry or sore throat
- Frequent morning headaches
How We Can Help with Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea treatment may depend on the severity of the condition. If you suffer from mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, our dentists may recommend a simple oral appliance. The 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 or visit our dental practice today. We are committed to helping you improve your health!
Types of Oral Sleep Appliances
At Advanced Dental Associates of Tampa Palms, we are committed to tailoring each patient’s treatment plan to their unique needs. In keeping with that goal, we do not offer generic “oral appliance therapy.” Rather, we provide multiple types of appliances from some of the most highly reputed brands in the world. They are designed for comfort, usability, and effectiveness. Would you like to learn more about the specific devices we provide? Read on below.
ProSomnus
Engineered with comfort in mind, appliances from ProSomnus are smaller than average, which allows plenty of room for your tongue without compromising effectiveness. They also feature two-piece construction, a fact that enhances their customizability and allows for precise adjustments as your treatment progresses. These mandibular adjustment devices (MADs) can gently reposition your jaw to keep your airway open night after night. Many patients find that complying with their treatment is easy thanks to their advanced ProSomnus device.
Herbst
Herbst appliances are very sturdy, featuring surgical-grade stainless steel hinges and a tough acrylic body. You can expect your Herbst to last for years! You can also rely on it to be effective. Herbst devices can do more than gently move your jaw forehead to keep your airway open. They may also be used in an orthodontic capacity to compensate for discrepancies in jaw growth. This function can allow a Herbst device to provide truly long-term relief from obstructive sleep apnea.
SomnoDent by SomnoMed
As a leader in the field of oral sleep appliances, the SomnoDent brand from SomnoMed offers numerous devices that can fit the needs of many patients. Among the many innovations from SomnoMed is the b-flex Comfort Liner, which provides support and cushioning for every tooth. This can help you to keep your appliance in your mouth and set yourself up for consistent compliance with your treatment. If you would like a SomnoMed appliance, our team can help you compare your options so you can find the one that suits your unique needs.
Sleep Apnea Assessment
Our dental team cannot provide you with an official sleep apnea diagnosis. However, we can screen you for symptoms and help you arrange for further testing if necessary. The first step to finding out whether you have sleep apnea may be to take our simple STOP-BANG assessment. Click on the link below to get started!