Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common type, and it is caused by an obstructed airway that keeps you from getting the oxygen you need while you're sleeping.
Sleep apnea is dangerous because the lack of oxygen signals your brain to wake you, which happens without you realizing it. You may be waking up multiple, even hundreds of times throughout the night in severe cases, so you're not getting the rejuvenating rest you need.
When you don't get the proper amount of rest you need, it can result in these symptoms:
- Chronic fatigue
- Frequent headaches or migraines
- Brain fog
- High blood pressure
- Depression or mood disorders
- Difficulty focusing on tasks throughout the day
Treating Sleep Apnea
Dr. Paino, your trusted sleep apnea dentist in Vienna, VA, offers solutions for mild or moderate cases of sleep apnea with an oral appliance. The oral appliance is comfortable to wear while you sleep, and it slightly repositions your jaw to open your airway for clear breathing.
More severe cases of sleep apnea may require continuous positive air pressure therapy (CPAP) to help manage sleep apnea. Dr. Paino can sometimes combine an oral appliance with the CPAP for even more effective results.
You Deserve a Good Night's Rest!
Contact Vienna Family Dental for more information about sleep apnea treatment in Vienna, VA.