The CPAP system requires that its users wear a mask over the mouth and nose as they sleep. As a result, many users have said they can only tolerate using it for a few hours a night. There have been complaints of runny nose, dry mouth, sore throats, and eye irritation. Some people break out in acne due to the straps. The mask is attached to a hose, which is hooked up to a machine, so CPAP patients who are more comfortable on their stomachs may also have problems. And the noise from the machine may keep many people awake.

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CPAP Alternative

Although CPAP is the most common treatment for OSA, it is not the only one. Our dental office also offers the ProSomnus® Sleep and Snore Device. The oral appliance is highly customizable to provide each patient with a truly unique and personalized treatment plan. Our dentists can add airway openings, splint coverage, different dual post angles, and much more to customize the appliance to meet your specific needs. The ProSomnus® oral appliance works by moving the jaw forward so that the tongue and other soft tissue don’t collapse into the airway. We ensure the appliance not only prevents your airway from getting obstructed during sleep but that it fits comfortably and doesn’t affect your bite’s most relaxed position and cause a TMJ disorder. The oral appliance will help you get one of your best nights of sleep yet without the hassles that come with CPAP.

Many people find these treatment alternatives to be more comfortable and convenient than CPAP.

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Are These Alternatives Effective?

man waking up from a restful sleep thanks to a CPAP Alternative of sleep apnea treatmentWhen properly used, CPAP is the most effective sleep apnea treatment. Nothing is as effective as CPAP. But because CPAP is so inconvenient and uncomfortable, few people use it as they should. Studies have shown that oral appliances achieve the same or better results overall. We will help you maximize the effectiveness of your treatment.

We will teach you how to adjust your appliances for the maximum in comfort and effectiveness. This will help ensure you get the best results from your oral appliance.

We also offer monitoring that can help you refine the adjustment of your oral appliance. ApneaLink is a comfortable and easy-to-use home sleep test. It can be used to help diagnose sleep apnea, but it can also be used to monitor treatment effectiveness. If your treatment isn’t working, you are still at risk.

Because OSA is a potentially dangerous condition, if you believe you may suffer from it, please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry online or call (248) 656-2020 for an initial consultation. We serve the Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, Michigan areas.