Chang Dental Group provides sleep apnea treatment and snore guards in Natick and Framingham, Massachusetts
To schedule an appointment in our Natick office, call or text 508-653-0444.
To schedule an appointment in our Framingham office, call 508-405-1100 or text 508-405-1100.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
Signs You Need Sleep Apnea Treatment
You may have sleep apnea that requires treatment if:
- You snore. If you’ve been told that you snore when you sleep, you probably suffer from sleep apnea. Snoring is caused by the vibrations of the soft tissues of your mouth and throat as air passes over them when you breathe in and out. It indicates that your airway is partially obstructed.
- You feel tired during the day. You may suffer from sleep apnea if you feel tired despite getting a reasonable amount of sleep each night. If you’re sleeping 7-8 hours each night and you still feel tired, you may not be getting quality sleep due to sleep apnea.
- You lack energy. A lack of energy often results from poor-quality sleep. The frequent rousing due to snoring and breathing problems prevent you from reaching the deep level of sleep necessary to feel rejuvenated.
- You doze off frequently. If you easily fall asleep in front of the TV, during meetings, or while traveling even short distances in a vehicle, you may be lacking quality sleep due to sleep apnea.
Why Choose Chang Dental Group?
Expert Care - Excellent Results
When it comes to snoring and sleep apnea, a dentist can provide alternative treatment to the traditional CPAP. Chang Dental Group specializes in snoring and sleep apnea treatment, providing custom snore guards that are comfortable and compact for travel. Putting an end to your snoring and getting better quality sleep may be easier than you thought. Consult with us about your symptoms and we’ll provide a recommendation for treatment.
Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is typically treated in one of two ways:
- Snore guard. A snore guard is an oral appliance you can wear at night that positions your jaw and tongue in a way that keeps your airway open. It can prevent snoring and breathing problems from sleep apnea.
- CPAP machine. CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. A CPAP machine consists of a mask you wear over your nose and mouth connected to a machine that provides a continuous flow of air into your airway to prevent blockages.
- You are not able to wear the prescribed CPAP by your doctors. According to studies, 60% of patients drop off using CPAP after 1 st year, and more drop off after 2nd year. This is not good for your overall health.
Many patients find relief from sleep apnea with a snore guard and prefer the comfort, portability, and quiet over the bulky, discomfort, and noise of a CPAP machine. Some patients may still require a CPAP machine due to severe or specific sleep apnea symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a snore guard comfortable?
We can create a custom snore guard for you that is made to fit your mouth comfortably. It may take a few days to get used to wearing a snore guard, but once you see how much better you feel, you’ll never want to sleep without it.
Is a snore guard effective?
Is a snore guard an alternative to a CPAP machine?
Is it necessary to treat sleep apnea?
Is sleep apnea treatment covered by insurance?
Why see a dentist for sleep apnea oral appliances?
Contact Us to Schedule an Appointment
To schedule an appointment in our Natick office, call or text 508-653-0444.
To schedule an appointment in our Framingham office, call 508-405-1100 or text 508-405-1100.