Loud snoring, gasping during the night, and waking up tired after a full night in bed can all point to obstructive sleep apnea. In this condition, soft tissue in the throat relaxes and narrows the airway during sleep, interrupting breathing again and again. At Empower Dental Rancho, sleep apnea care is one of our specialty dental services in Rancho Cucamonga.
For many adults with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, or those who struggle with a CPAP machine, a custom oral appliance may be an option. Your physician diagnoses the condition, and our dentists focus on designing, fitting, and adjusting a comfortable device made from 3D digital scans of your teeth.
If you already have a sleep apnea diagnosis or suspect you might, a consultation can show whether an oral appliance suits your needs.
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Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder in which the airway repeatedly narrows or closes while you sleep. Each pause can lower oxygen levels and briefly wake the brain, often without you remembering it. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute notes that untreated sleep apnea is linked with health concerns such as high blood pressure and heart problems.
Dentists often notice possible clues during routine visits, such as worn teeth from grinding or a crowded airway at the back of the mouth. Only a physician can diagnose sleep apnea, usually with an in-lab or home sleep test, but your dental team can play an important role in treatment.
Chronic loud snoring, choking or gasping at night, morning headaches, dry mouth on waking, and daytime sleepiness are clues worth discussing with your doctor.
A mandibular advancement device holds the lower jaw slightly forward during sleep, which helps keep the airway open and may reduce snoring and breathing pauses.
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Treatment is coordinated with your physician and usually follows four steps.
We review your sleep test results, examine your teeth, jaw joints, and gums, and take digital scans.
Your appliance is designed from the scans so it fits snugly over your upper and lower teeth.
We fit the device, show you how to wear and clean it, and adjust the jaw position gradually for comfort.
Your physician may recommend a follow-up sleep test to confirm how well the device works, and we keep checking your bite and comfort at regular visits.
CPAP therapy delivers pressurized air through a mask and is often the first treatment recommended for sleep apnea. Some people find the mask, hose, or noise hard to tolerate night after night. An oral appliance is small, quiet, and easy to pack for travel, which may make nightly use easier. For moderate to severe cases, your physician will help decide which approach, or combination, is appropriate.
Oral appliance therapy may be considered for the following patients.
Costs vary with the type of appliance and the number of follow-up visits, so we provide an estimate after your consultation. We accept all PPO plans in network, along with HSA and FSA. Financing is available through Alphaeon and Happen Bank for patients who prefer to spread out payments. Learn more on our financing and insurance page.
If snoring is disrupting your household or you feel exhausted no matter how long you sleep, talk with your doctor about a sleep evaluation and with us about oral appliance therapy. Patients who also grind their teeth or have jaw discomfort can have their bite reviewed during the same visit.
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No. A physician diagnoses sleep apnea, usually through an in-lab or home sleep test. Dentists can spot possible signs and provide oral appliance therapy once a diagnosis is made.
The device holds the lower jaw slightly forward during sleep. This helps keep the soft tissues of the throat from collapsing and may reduce breathing pauses and snoring.
For many people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, or those who cannot tolerate CPAP, an oral appliance may be an option. Your physician will help determine what is appropriate.
Many people notice quieter sleep with a well-fitted appliance, but results vary. Snoring alone does not confirm or rule out sleep apnea, so a medical evaluation is still important.
Most patients need a short adjustment period. Mild jaw or tooth tenderness in the morning is common at first and usually eases as you adapt.
Long-term use may cause small bite changes in some people. We monitor your bite at follow-up visits and can recommend simple morning jaw exercises.
Rinse it each morning, brush it gently with a soft brush and mild soap, and let it air dry in its case. Avoid hot water, which can warp the material.
Loud snoring, gasping or choking at night, morning headaches, dry mouth, and daytime sleepiness are common signs worth discussing with your doctor.
With good care, many appliances last several years. We check the fit and condition of your device at regular visits.
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