Managed Solutions for Sleep Apnea in Cincinnati
Are you suffering from sleep apnea? You are not alone, Statistics reveal a significant prevalence of sleep apnea, with approximately 30 million Americans diagnosed and an estimated 80% undiagnosed.
Sleep apnea, characterized by an involuntary cessation of breathing during sleep, poses a significant threat to overall health and well-being. This sleep disorder, affecting millions globally, can lead to various health issues and substantially reduce life expectancy if left untreated.
Worry not, at Orthodude we have the experienced expertise to provide you with appropriate treatment. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for those struggling with sleep apnea.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), where breathing is hindered by a windpipe blockage.
- Central sleep apnea, characterized by repeated starts and stops of breathing due to inadequate signals from the brain to breathing muscles
- Mixed sleep apnea, featuring a combination of central and obstructive events. Untreated sleep apnea results in repeated breathing interruptions during sleep, often unnoticed by the sleeper.
In all three types, people who do not receive treatment stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times during the night and often for a minute or longer. In most cases, the sleeper is unaware of these breathing interruptions because they don’t trigger a full awakening.
Stats and Facts About Sleep Apnea
While sleep apnea demographics include people of all ages, genders and races, there are some factors that increase your risk of developing it, including obesity.
- The American Medical Association claims that approximately 30 million Americans are affected by sleep apnea.
- The American Sleep Apnea Association notes that around 30% of Americans exhibit some symptoms of sleep apnea.
- The National Library of Medicine reports that obstructive sleep apnea, the most prevalent type, affects an estimated 26% of Americans aged 30 to 70.
- The American Medical Association reveals that at least 80% of individuals with sleep apnea remain undiagnosed.
- According to the National Institutes of Health, men under the age of 50 are two to three times more prone to developing the condition than women.
- Women the age of 50 have an increased likelihood of being diagnosed with sleep apnea, as stated by the National Institutes of Health.
Appliances for Sleep Apnea
For those with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, dental appliances or oral mandibular advancement devices offer effective solutions. At Orthodude we offer a range of options, including:
EMA (Elastic Mandibular Advancement)
oral appliance designed to treat snoring and OSA noninvasively
TAP 3 Device
a mandibular advancement device, the appliance is made up of mandibular and maxillary components that are joined with a fixed mechanical hinge and inseparable pivot point during sleep.
Narval
a discreet, custom-made oral appliance clinically proven to treat obstructive sleep apnea and snoring.
Benefits of Appliance Therapy
Oral appliance therapy proves effective in treating snoring and OSA. These appliances, fitting over the teeth like orthodontic retainers, support the jaw forward during sleep, keeping the airway open. While an oral appliance can significantly improve sleep apnea, more severe cases may require CPAP. Choosing the right appliance involves a personalized consultation at our Cincinnati dental offices in Mason or Kenwood.
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