{"id":33,"date":"2017-04-14T16:31:02","date_gmt":"2017-04-14T16:31:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/?p=33"},"modified":"2018-06-28T17:07:00","modified_gmt":"2018-06-28T17:07:00","slug":"sleep-apnea-therapy-in-dunwoody-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/14\/sleep-apnea-therapy-in-dunwoody-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Breathe Easier and Sleep Better with Sleep Apnea Therapy in Dunwoody"},"content":{"rendered":"\"woman\r\n\r\nIf you have recently been diagnosed with a sleep disorder, like sleep apnea, you might be a bit surprised that you have been referred to a dentist for treatment. Now, dentists like Dr. Jeff Rodgers play a vital role in sleep apnea therapy in Dunwoody. Although sleep apnea is a medical condition, dentists offer the treatment needed to protect your overall health.\r\n\r\n\r\n

What are the Risks of Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\r\nSleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that results when an obstruction in the airway causes numerous pauses in breathing frequently throughout the night. Your quality of life drastically declines from the lack of oxygen and sleep, leading to headaches, depression, sleep deprivation, and other serious issues.\r\n\r\nIn addition to poor sleep quality, the condition causes significant health complications in left untreated. The lack of oxygen takes a toll on the body. In fact, according to an article published in the Journal of the American Dental Association<\/a>, lack of oxygen from the condition can lead to serious cardiovascular and central nervous system complications.\r\n\r\nThe periodic lack of oxygen is known as \u201cepisodic hypoxia.\u201d This is directly linked to causing cellular damage in the brain, which may not always be reversible. As a result, those who do not treat the sleep disorder can develop learning disorders and memory loss.\r\n\r\nThe brain is not the only area to be impacted by the lack of oxygen. When oxygen levels drop, hemoglobin, which is the molecule that binds oxygen to blood, takes the oxygen from the cell walls of blood vessels. These change the blood vessels, allowing plaque to more easily bond to the vessels. This increases the risk for atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular issues.\r\n\r\nIt is estimated, one in six adults in America suffer from sleep apnea. However, it is believed that 75% of those with the condition remain undiagnosed. As a result, if you are having trouble sleeping, snore excessively, or develop any other symptoms of the condition, you need to seek treatment.\r\n

How is Sleep Apnea Treated?<\/h2>\r\nIn the past, the only option to treat sleep apnea involved the use of a CPAP machine. While this machine is effective and still needed in some cases, mild to moderate forms of sleep apnea can be treated with an alternative option. Now, oral appliances are the most preferred option.\r\n\r\nAn oral appliance<\/a> is similar to a mouthguard, except it repositions the lower jaw forward to keep the airways open. Offering a custom-fit, the appliance is comfortable and effective. However, to get an oral appliance, you need to visit your dentist.\r\n

Where Can I Get Treatment for Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\r\nAfter undergoing a sleep study for proper diagnosis, Dr. Rodgers will find the appropriate treatment to help you breathe easier while sleeping better. He offers the most effective solutions to treat obstructive sleep apnea to protect your overall health and quality of life.\r\n\r\nIf you suspect you have sleep apnea, it is time to schedule a consultation<\/a> with Dr. Rodgers to discuss your symptoms and sleep habits.\r\n\r\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you have recently been diagnosed with a sleep disorder, like sleep apnea, you might be a bit surprised that you have been referred to a dentist for treatment. Now, dentists like Dr. Jeff Rodgers play a vital role in sleep apnea therapy in Dunwoody. Although sleep apnea is a medical condition, dentists offer the treatment needed to protect your overall health. 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