Sleep Apnea Treatments

If you snore in your sleep and wake up feeling tired, you may have a sleep breating disorder. Proud To Smile Dentistry offers treatments that may help minimize these symptoms and give you the ability to sleep soundly again. 

Dr. Patti Swaintek-Lamb and her experienced care team proudly offer the latest diagnostic testing and sleep apnea treatments with a focus on airway health. Our office is conveniently located in beautiful downtown Bernardsville, NJ, and we are proud to serve patients in and around Somerset County.

Sleep Apnea Q&A

What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition where complications in your airway and sinus passage cause sleep disruption. Chronic sleep apnea can cause side effects that impact your overall health. As a result, serious conditions may develop. 

If you find yourself waking up frequently at night, having trouble breathing, or you wake up not feeling refreshed, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. While this disorder is fairly common, it can cause you to be less efficient at work, school, or other activities.

What are some of the common symptoms of sleep apnea? Common symptoms of sleep apnea include:

• Snoring
• Trouble breating
• Fatigue
• Chronic sleep deprivation
• Memory loss
• Confusion
• Acid reflux
• Weakened immune system
• High blood presure
• Heart problems

What are the effects of sleep apnea? The effects of sleep apnea can put your health at risk in some of the following ways:

• Increased blood pressure
• Chronic headaches & fatigue
• Increased risk of stroke and heart attack
• Insufficient oxygen to the brain
• Increased risk of mood disorders, such as depression

How can sleep apnea and other sleep breathing disorders be treated by a dentist? Though not commonly known, dentists who specialize in sleep apnea can help treat some of the underlying cause of the condition. While most dentists only focus on caring for and repairing teeth and their supporting structures, Dr. Patti Swaintek-Lamb has sleep breathing disorder education and provides comprehensive care of your teeth as well as the muscles and joints of your head and neck. The treatment options she provides are designed to improve symptoms of sleep breathing disorders as well as other oral health conditions that may be impacting your quality of sleep.

Call or book online for a consultation with Dr. Patti Swaintek-Lamb if you suspect you might be suffering from sleep apnea. Like many disorders, early detection and prevention is key to protecting your health.