Research published in the Journal of Dental Sleep Medicine affirmed that oral appliance therapy offers patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) an effective and comfortable treatment alternative.
According to the study, oral appliances (OAs) can be used either as a first choice for treatment or when other therapies haven’t worked well enough. The research highlights that OAs perform comparably to the traditional CPAP machine (PAP therapy) in several important areas: reducing daytime sleepiness, lowering high blood pressure, improving brain function, enhancing quality of life, and even reducing cardiovascular-related deaths for patients who have mild to moderate sleep apnea.
For many patients, CPAP machines can be uncomfortable due to high pressure settings, which often leads to people not using them consistently. Oral appliances, which are devices worn in the mouth during sleep that help keep the airway open, offer a more comfortable alternative that patients may find easier to use regularly.
This research confirms that patients struggling with sleep apnea have effective options available to them immediately, beyond the traditional CPAP machine, with oral appliances providing similar benefits in a more comfortable and convenient form.
What Should I Do Next?
If you’re struggling with sleep apnea or suspect you might have it, these research findings offer hope for a more comfortable treatment option. But what should your next step be?
The path to better sleep begins with proper diagnosis and personalized treatment recommendations. If you’re struggling with snoring, constant waking, morning headaches, or a constantly empty battery, you may have OSA. Dr. Mason at Best Sleep Today specializes in helping patients find the most effective and comfortable sleep apnea solutions through oral appliance and snore laser therapy.
During a sleep consultation with Dr. Mason and his team, you’ll:
- Receive a comprehensive assessment of your sleep health
- Discuss your symptoms and treatment preferences
- Learn if an oral appliance might be right for your specific situation
- Get answers to all your questions about sleep apnea treatment options
Don’t let Obstructive Sleep Apnea continue to affect your health and quality of life. Schedule your sleep consultation with Dr. Mason at Best Sleep Today by calling 817-623-9699 or visiting www.bestsleeptoday.com.
Take the first step toward restful nights and energized days with a treatment option you can actually stick with.
