TREATMENT OPTIONS
Snoring & Sleep Apnea Solutions
There are multiple and varied oral appliances available. They are all custom fit to your mouth and facial structures and we ensure that the fit is accurate. Every device is thin, like a retainer, and it allows you to talk, drink, and move your jaw while it is in your mouth. Based on your individual needs, Dr. Sever will determine the most appropriate model for you.
If you snore and/or have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, then you have a few treatment options to choose from. The CPAP machine is a common treatment option. This is a bedside machine with breathing tubes that blows air into your nose and mouth to keep your airways open. Another popular option is an oral appliance, which is a thin, custom-fit mouthpiece. It fits like a retainer, and it works by supporting your lower jaw in order to keep your airways open while you are sleeping. The last option is surgery, which is generally recommended only as a last option.
For those who have been prescribed a CPAP machine and cannot or do not want to sleep with it, the oral appliance is the perfect alternative option. Here is a comparison of the two devices:
ORAL APPLIANCE PROS:
- Custom-fitted from a 3D scan of your mouth
- Easy-to-use and adjustable
- No machine, no tubes, no hassle!
- Small and discreet (No one will know!)
- FDA-approved
- Often covered by health insurance
- Does not disrupt bed partner
ORAL APPLIANCE CONS:
- Requires minor cleaning regularly
- May need replacement after 5+ years
CPAP PROS:
- Very effective for more severe sleep apnea
- Adjustable, lots of mask options
- FDA-approved
- Covered by health insurance
CPAP CONS:
- Difficult to travel with, must be examined by TSA
- Requires power
- Masks may cause irritation & leave marks on the face for several hours
- Hose can make it difficult for patients who move a lot in their sleep
- Noise can make it difficult to sleep
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