Did you know that we offer treatment to help address chronic snoring and sleep apnea? In fact, our own Dr. Evans has been recognized for her work in sleep apnea treatment by the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine! In today’s blog, your Greenville, TX, dentist talks about better rest with sleep apnea treatment.
Dr. Evans Recognized By the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
We have a big reason to celebrate! Our own Dr. Katharine Evans is now an official Diplomat for the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. This is a significant recognition for all of her work in helping patients tackle issues like chronic snoring and sleep apnea, which not only helps people feel more rested, but protects their heart health in the long term. We’re so proud of everything Dr. Evans has accomplished, and so honored that she is on our team and helping people in our community rest easier!
Starting Treatment
If you struggle to feel rested and also snore on a regular basis, this could be a potential warning sign of sleep apnea. With this common disorder, as you sleep soft tissues block airflow, so you actually stop breathing every few minutes for a few seconds, which interrupts your REM sleep. You wake up feeling exhausted and tired, despite assuming you rest well. Over time, this could lead to stress on your heart health and immune system, and even impact your memory and ability to focus at work and interact with others. Long term sleep deprivation is very serious, and we can help. Give us a call to schedule a consultation, so we talk to you about symptoms and risk factors, and decide whether you need an at-home sleep test for further diagnosis.
Oral Appliance Therapy
While a CPAP machine is effective, when possible, we prefer to help our patients with an oral appliance, a device that is worn like a mouthguard while you sleep. This helps you breathe without interruption, so cessation of breathing, so you wake feeling more rested and refreshed. We can also discuss possible changes to your sleep routine and daily habits to help reduce symptoms. A visit now is a chance to take action before the holiday becomes too hectic, and to use your 2025 dental benefits before they expire at the end of the year.
If you have any questions about how Dr. Evans and our team take on chronic snoring and sleep apnea, then contact our office today to learn more.
Schedule An Appointment for a Good Night’s Rest
Our team is ready to help you sleep better at night by taking on your sleep disorder. Schedule an appointment with Smith Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, today at 903-455-5750 to learn more about enjoying a good night’s rest again.