Sleep Apnea

Restore Your Sleep, Your Energy, and Protect Your Health

Sleep apnea is more than just snoring

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) occurs when breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep due to airway blockage. Many people are unaware it’s happening—but the body feels the consequences.
When left untreated, sleep apnea can increase the risk of:
High blood pressure and heart disease
Heart attack and stroke
Chronic fatigue and daytime sleepiness
Memory, mood, and concentration problems
Poor sleep night after night is not normal—and it’s not safe.

Why a dentist can help treat sleep apnea

Many cases of sleep apnea are related to the position of the jaw and airway. This is why a trained dentist can play an important role in treatment.
At Live Oak Family Dental Care, treatment may include Mandibular Advancement Appliances, custom-made oral devices designed to:
Keep the airway open while you sleep
Provide a comfortable, quiet, and non-invasive solution
Eliminate the need for masks, hoses, or machines
For patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea, this can be an effective and well-tolerated alternative to CPAP therapy.

Warning signs you should not ignore

Sleep apnea can quietly affect your everyday life:
Waking up tired despite a full night’s sleep
Low energy and difficulty focusing during the day
Loud, chronic snoring that affects your partner
Irritability, poor performance, and daytime drowsiness
If any of these sound familiar, it may be time to evaluate your risk.