Sleep Apnea Treatment in Federal Way, WA
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Do you struggle with sleep apnea but find a CPAP machine uncomfortable or difficult to use? At Puget Sound Dental Wellness in Federal Way, WA, Dr. MarkhamThis link leads to Doctor’s page offers an effective, noninvasive alternative—custom-made dental devices designed to open your airway and help you breathe freely throughout the night.
Ignoring your sleep apnea symptoms can be dangerous. Untreated, this condition can lead to high blood pressure, heart problems, stroke, diabetes, and even serious brain and memory issues. It also affects your daily life, leaving you with tiredness during the day, headaches, irritability, and difficulty concentrating.
Some common signs of obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea include:
If you’re ready for a CPAP alternative that works, schedule an appointment with our dentist in Federal Way and discover the relief you deserve.
A custom-made oral device for sleep apnea helps your throat stay open.
The oral appliance for sleep apnea is custom-made for a comfortable fit.
Our non-intrusive solution for sleep apnea makes no noise.
If you have a pre-diagnosed condition and a CPAP machine isn’t for you because it’s too bulky, disruptive, or uncomfortable, then an oral appliance may be the right sleep apnea treatment for you.
Consultation
During your first consultationThis link leads to Patient Resources page, Dr. Markham will carefully review your medical history and complete a thorough exam. Every patient receives focused attention so we can address your specific sleep apnea symptoms and create the best treatment plan for you.
Preparation
Next, we’ll take a detailed impression of your mouth and jaw. This allows us to design a dental device that comfortably fits your airway while you sleep. Our office takes pride in precision, ensuring every detail is complete and ready for a customized solution.
Treatment
Your digital scan will be used to craft a custom appliance for your sleep apnea treatment. We’ll show you exactly how to use it, discuss any lifestyle changes such as weight loss or reducing smoking, and answer your questions. You’ll leave with a clear plan, the right devices, and the confidence that you can finally start to get restful nights of sleep.
Our sleep apnea nightguard at Puget Sound Dental Wellness in Federal Way, WA is a custom-fit device that helps keep the airway open during sleep. It’s a safe and effective alternative to CPAP machines.
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Why Choose Puget Sound Dental Wellnessfor Sleep Apnea Treatment?
Expertise, compassion, and proven results in Federal Way, WA.
When you choose Dr. Markham and the team at Puget Sound Dental Wellness, you receive care guided by knowledge and backed by the American Board of Sleep Medicine.
As a diplomate with advanced training in TMD, craniofacial pain, and orofacial pain, Dr. MarkhamThis link leads to Doctor’s page understands how your jaw, muscles, and airway all connect.
Our goal is to help you receive the right care, regain healthy sleep, and transform your life with safe and effective treatment options
FAQ About Sleep Apnea
- What are the warning signs of sleep apnea?
There are several warning signs of sleep apnea, which include tiredness during the day, headaches, difficulty concentrating, irritability, high blood pressure, loud snoring at night, intermittent pauses in breathing while sleeping, sudden awakening and gasping for air, dry mouth or sore throat upon waking, and night sweats.
If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, please schedule a consultation with your Federal Way, WA, dentist, who may be able to treat your sleep disorder with a sleep apnea oral appliance.
- How do you fix sleep apnea?
To fix sleep apnea, you must first be diagnosed, and then we can help you find the best solution, such as an oral appliance that you can wear at night. This keeps the airway open and unobstructed.
The oral appliance is custom-made for your mouth and is easy to use and clean. Unlike a CPAP machine, it’s comfortable, quiet, and won’t disrupt your sleep.
You may be wondering how it works – our custom-made appliance for sleep apnea supports the jaw in the necessary forward position to help keep the upper airway open. The result is a better night’s sleep without snoring.
A few other ways to fix sleep apnea include maintaining a healthy weight, changing one’s sleep position, and avoiding smoking and alcohol.
- What are the three types of sleep apnea?
The three types of sleep apnea are obstructive, central, and mixed. Obstructive sleep apnea is most commonly caused by a blocked airway, which happens during sleep when the soft tissue in the throat collapses and closes while sleeping.
Central sleep apnea is caused by a failure of the brain to signal one’s muscles to breathe. Mixed sleep apnea is a mix of obstructive and central. Each one interrupts a person’s quality of sleep and can be dangerous if left untreated.
- What causes sleep apnea?
When muscles relax, the airway narrows or closes during breathing, and a person can’t get enough air, in turn lowering the body’s oxygen level. When this happens during sleep, the brain alerts the body of its inability to breathe, and a person quickly wakes up to resume breathing.
People with obstructive sleep apnea might not even realize they wake up to resume breathing, but this can happen 5 – 30 times or more in an hour and prohibits a person from getting a good night’s sleep.
Some common causes of sleep apnea include excess weight, alcohol or sedative use, smoking, body anatomy (the way a person is constructed and shaped, including neck, jaw, tongue, tonsils, and tissue in the throat), nasal congestion, and hormone conditions.
- What does sleep apnea look like?
The most significant signs of sleep apnea include loud snoring or sudden waking and gasping for air.
Sleep apnea symptoms may look different from person to person but include tiredness throughout the day and lack of concentration. Left untreated, sleep apnea can cause serious health issues.
Schedule your visit today and see how our advanced technology and personalized dentistry can transform your health.
