Hickory Dentist Dr. John M. Fish, DDS Explains Dental Solution For Sleep Apnea

Dr. John M. Fish, DDS of Hildebran, NC has published an article on sleep apnea and available dental treatments. The article is aimed at those who want an alternative to CPAP treatment.

Hildebran, United States - April 5, 2021 /PressCable/ —

Dr. John M. Fish, a General Dentist specializing in implant and cosmetic dentistry has published an informative article about sleep apnea and the available dental treatment options for the condition. The article explains what sleep apnea is, conditions that contribute to it, and the main types of treatments.

The complete sleep apnea article can be read at: https://johnfishdds.com/sleep-apnea-treatment

Sleep apnea is a condition involving the repeated starting and stopping of breathing while one is sleeping. The condition is not uncommon in the United States, in fact an estimated 22 million Americans have sleep apnea. Complications can include heart problems and type 2 diabetes, among other possible health issues.

There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, and complex sleep apnea syndrome. Fortunately, there are several ways to treat the condition. The most common form of treatment is Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). This involves wearing a mask while sleeping that is attached to a machine which delivers air pressure to keep the patient’s upper airway passage open. The issue with this form of treatment is that the CPAP machine can be uncomfortable and may lead patients to stop using it.

An alternative to CPAP is Oral Appliance Therapy. This form of sleep apnea treatment involves the patient wearing custom-made mouthpieces (oral appliances) at night. The mouthpieces keep the patient’s lower jaw shifted slightly forward which helps to prevent blockage of the airway by allowing more room for the soft tissues of the throat.

For individuals with sleep apnea who are searching for treatment and do not want to turn to a CPAP machine, Oral Appliance Therapy might be an option. A consultation with their doctor or a cosmetic dentist will determine if the treatment is right for them.

For more information about oral appliances and sleep apnea treatment, call the office of Dr. John Fish at 828-397-5514 or visit the link above.

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Name: John Fish, DDS
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Organization: John Fish, DDS
Address: 607 US-70, Hildebran, NC 28637, United States
Phone: +1-828-397-5514
Website: https://www.johnfishdds.com/

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