If you have sleep apnea in Novi, MI, Dr. Christopher Paulson and Dr. Jasmine Yousif of Arbor Dental Associates can help you find relief. Sleep apnea interrupts your breathing and makes it difficult to get restful sleep, which affects you every day! Don't hesitate to see a doctor if you are not sleeping well.

What is sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep. The upper airways are constricted, and you can stop breathing for 10 seconds at a time during sleep. Having excess body fat exacerbates the condition. Loud snoring is often a sign and symptom of sleep apnea, and it's often a family member who first notices the signs in a patient.

If you have sleep apnea, you stop breathing and wake up repeatedly during sleep. Besides never feeling well-rested, this is very stressful on your body and over time will even weaken the heart. If you think you have sleep apnea in Novi, MI, schedule a consultation for our diagnosis and recommendations.

How is it treated?

There are various treatments available for sleep apnea and the right one for you will depend on your case and your preferences. For some patients, an oral device called a snore guard can stabilize the jaw and tongue and keep their airways open. For other patients, CPAP therapy is the best solution. Continuous positive airway pressure therapy supplies a steady stream of air to the upper respiratory system to keep the airways open. It's a very effective treatment, but some patients have trouble wearing the mask overnight and have better luck with an oral device.

If you are overweight, treating your sleep apnea will include lifestyle changes. Your doctor will recommend regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight to help you get better sleep. Treating your sleep apnea could finally help you get a good night's sleep. see what a difference it makes for your fatigue during the day! Dr. Paulson and Dr. Yousif help treat sleep apnea in Novi, MI. To make an appointment with Arbor Dental Associates, contact us at (248) 553-9393 or (248) 468-4962.