Breathe, Sleep, and Live Better with Oral Appliance Therapy!

It’s amazing what a good night’s sleep can do for your emotional, mental, and physical health. Unfortunately, you may not experience the optimal benefits of healthy sleep if you have sleep disorder conditions like sleep apnea or snoring. Sarasota Center for General Dentistry offers oral appliance therapy in Sarasota, Florida, to improve your sleep and overall health. If you suffer from sleep apnea, snoring, or other sleep disorders, schedule an appointment with Dr. Francisco Marcano to reclaim your healthy self.

Oral appliance therapy explained.

If you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), your physician may diagnose and recommend a CPAP machine. This machine delivers a steady airflow to keep the airway open as you sleep. While CPAPs work, many patients find them uncomfortable and noisy, often discontinuing treatment halfway through.

Dr. Marcano offers oral appliance therapy (OAT) as a non-invasive and effective alternative to CPAP therapy. OAT involves wearing a custom-made oral appliance, similar to a mouthguard, to help keep the airway open and improve breathing during sleep.

Dr. Marcano uses a custom-fitted oral appliance created after taking digital scans of your teeth and jaw. A customized mouthguard fits snugly over your teeth for optimal comfort and effectiveness. 

Types of oral appliance mouthguards

Oral appliances come in various types, each designed to address specific health needs. Some types of oral appliances include: 

• Mandibular Advancement Devices (MADs): These mouthguards are commonly used to treat sleep-related breathing disorders like (OSA) and snoring. A MAD repositions the lower jaw (mandible) to a more forward position, preventing airway collapse during sleep.
• Tongue Retaining Devices (TRDs): TRDs are another type of oral appliance used for treating sleep apnea and snoring. TRDs work by suppressing the tongue by holding it in a forward position, preventing it from collapsing and obstructing the airway when sleeping.

Mouthguards for snoring or sleep apnea have gained popularity due to their advantages over alternative treatments such as CPAP. Oral appliances are convenient to wear, maintain, and transport. Additionally, they provide a discreet treatment option, operating quietly in the background while offering significant health benefits. Moreover, oral appliances are silent and do not require electricity to function.

Regain your life with oral appliance therapy.

Are you battling snoring or obstructive sleep apnea in Sarasota, Florida? Call (941) 900-3555 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Francisco Marcano. Take the first step towards reclaiming your sleep and health.